Mi Pueblito Restaurant
Last inspected: Jan 2, 2026
70
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Mi Pueblito Restaurant, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 2, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to four violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ready-to-eat time/temperature control”, showing up three times.
By comparison, the average East Boston facility scores 91, putting Mi Pueblito Restaurant on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 2, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted several prepared food items in the refrigerator on the cookline and walkin. Provide
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide a testing strip for the 3 bay sink sanitizer.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Noted stand in refrigerator in the kitchen torned bottom shelf exposing insulation.Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Noted ice scoop stored in the ice container at the bar .Remove and store in a clean container or in the ice handle facing up and not touching the product. Observed a container stored in the bulk container.Remove and provide a scoop for dispensing
590.003/3-304.12-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Noted trash bin lids open in the trash area. Close the lids when not in use to prevent pest entry.
590.005/5-501.113-C
70
Dec 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw chicken and raw shrimp stored above ready to eat foods.Remove and store below ready to eat foods.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted several prepared food items in the refrigerator on the cookline and walkin. Provide
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide a testing strip for the 3 bay sink sanitizer.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Noted staff personal items on top of the freezer unit at the bar.Remove and store in the locker
590.006/6-501.110-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Noted stand in refrigerator in the kitchen torned bottom shelf exposing insulation.Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Noted missing ceiling above the hand sink in the kitchen.Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Noted trash bin lids open in the trash area. Close the lids when not in use to prevent pest entry.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled linen on the counter at the bar.Store in a sanitizer
590.003/3-304.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Noted ice scoop stored in the ice container at the bar .Remove and store in a clean container or in the ice handle facing up and not touching the product. Observed a container stored in the bulk container.Remove and provide a scoop for dispensing
590.003/3-304.12-C
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May 21, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Test kit missing for three bay sink QUATs solution. Provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed knives stored soiled in the storage box. Clean and sanitize before storing away
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Shelves at prep area soiled . Clean properly
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under and around cooking line soiled. Clean properly.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths observed soiled on counters Store properly in sanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed small plastic cups dispensimg food items. Discontinue use handled utensils only.
590.003/3-304.12-C
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Jun 13, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Several food products without date marking inside walk-in refrigerating unit. Elevate properly.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed knives stored soiled in knives box. Clean and sanitize before storing away.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Several food boxes stored on the floor at walk-in unit. elevate properly.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Preventing contamination from hands (c)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked beef tongue being sliced by employee using bare hand to touch it. Discontinue use gloved hands.
590.003(C)/3-301.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Hand Washing sink at cooking line without signage. Provide.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Dumpster overfilled with trash and not covered with lid. Provide extra storage or extra pick ups.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Shelves at cooking line soiled and covered with cardboard. Remove and clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No CFPM certificate or Allergen Awarness Certificate posted. Provide.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored soiled on counters. Store properly in sanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
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Dec 8, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Walls and ceilings with visible soils / Worn paint. Clean and repaint where needed
590.006/6-501.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior of chip bins with visible soils / Clean or replace
590.004/4-602.13-C
90
May 1, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Threshold into the kitchen with paint chipping and appears to be rotting in 1 area near the 3 bay sink / Determine and repaint and repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floors in kitchen with low grout tile missing allowing for standing water and food debris / Clean and re-gout and fix tiles where needed
590.006/6-201.11-C
90
Oct 12, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Strainer in basin of hand sink / Remove and ensure hand sinks remain free and clear at all times.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Small live roach noted in kitchen / Owner states the exterminator was on site last night to treat but unable to provide IPM reports at this time / Provide IPM reports upon compliance
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floors and walls with visible soils throughout the kitchen / Provide a deep cleaning.
590.006/6-501.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Wall coming apart at the doorway next to 3 bay sink / Repair Remove cardboard from underneath rubber mats in kitchen
590.006/6-101.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mi Pueblito Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mi Pueblito Restaurant on file is from Jan 2, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mi Pueblito Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat time/temperature control” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mi Pueblito Restaurant.
How does Mi Pueblito Restaurant compare to other restaurants in East Boston?
Mi Pueblito Restaurant most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the East Boston average of 91.
Has Mi Pueblito Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mi Pueblito Restaurant have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Mi Pueblito Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Mi Pueblito Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mi Pueblito Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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