Montecristo Mexican Grille
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
100
Score
Going back to 2022, Montecristo Mexican Grille has 17 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jan 9, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about 13 violations before that.
The pattern that stands out is “ventilation hood systems filters”, which has been cited 10 times.
Restaurants in Mission Hill average 82, so Montecristo Mexican Grille is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.
17
Inspections
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 29, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Basement hansink observed with PVC piping. Repair according to plumbing law and provide invoice from a licensed plumber (8.15.25)
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Aug 15, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Basement hansink observed with PVC piping. Repair according to plumbing law and provide invoice from a licensed plumber (8.15.25)
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Aug 8, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired June 29 2025. Provide updated sticker from a licensed hood cleaner.
590.006/6-501.14-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Basement hansink observed with PVC piping. Repair according to plumbing law and provide invoice from a licensed plumber
590.005/5-205.15-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Several cutting boards observed heavily soiled. Resurface/replace (in progress)
590.004/4-501.12-C
86
Jul 25, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Basement hansink observed with PVC piping. Repair according to plumbing law.
590.005/5-205.15-P
Cooling (p)
Inspector notes: Pico de gallo 53F sliced tomato 48F sliced pepino 51F in line ready to be served. PIC removed products and placed in the walkin cooler unit since product . CFPM to train staff on monitor temperature.
590.003/3-501.14-P
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Dessert slices observed without labels. Provide
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of foods stored in the walk in and others refrigeration units observed without date marking. Per PIC foods were prep the day before and earlier today. Provide made/discard date before stored.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of 4 chest freezer observed without heavy ice build up interior of 2 door refrigerator unit observed soiled with visible food spills exterior of bulk bins observed soiled by visible food spills and crumbs interior of beverage unit observed soiled shelvings inside walkin unit observed soiled and rusty interior of middle compartment of 3 bay sink observed soiled from foods exterior of multiple foods contact surfaces observed soiled by visible food spills.. Clean and sanitize to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: CFPM to train staff on P's and PF's violations noted on the inspection report and provide active managerial control
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple soiled mops observed stored on the floor. Discontinue
590.006/6-501.16-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired June 29 2025. Provide updated sticker from a licensed hood cleaner.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile observed missing above mechanical room. Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Stagant water observed on downstairs in the kitchen floor floor throughout the kitchen observed soiled . Clean to remove.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Trash area observed in need of cleaning and organizing. Provide
590.005/5-501.15-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Grease barell observed soiled with grease spills. Clean to remove
590.005/5-402.12-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Basement hansink observed with PVC piping. Repair according to plumbing law.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Several cutting boards observed heavily soiled. Resurface/replace (in progress)
590.004/4-501.12-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Refrigerator unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and keep visible
590.004/4-204.112-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed soiled/ dusty. Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.18-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Cryovac fish observed thawing still in the ROP packaging. Discontinue (open package before)
590.003/3-501.13-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of foods stored in the walk unit observed without cover. Provide cover before storing
590.003/3-302.11-C
27
Jul 18, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Basement hansink observed with PVC piping. Repair according to plumbing law.
590.005/5-205.15-P
Cooling (p)
Inspector notes: Pico de gallo 53F sliced tomato 48F sliced pepino 51F in line ready to be served. PIC removed products and placed in the walkin cooler unit since product . CFPM to train staff on monitor temperature.
590.003/3-501.14-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: CFPM to train staff on P's and PF's violations noted on the inspection report and provide active managerial control
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Dessert slices observed without labels. Provide
590.003/3-602.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of 4 chest freezer observed without heavy ice build up interior of 2 door refrigerator unit observed soiled with visible food spills exterior of bulk bins observed soiled by visible food spills and crumbs interior of beverage unit observed soiled shelvings inside walkin unit observed soiled and rusty interior of middle compartment of 3 bay sink observed soiled from foods exterior of multiple foods contact surfaces observed soiled by visible food spills.. Clean and sanitize to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of foods stored in the walk in and others refrigeration units observed without date marking. Per PIC foods were prep the day before and earlier today. Provide made/discard date before stored.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Grease barell observed soiled with grease spills. Clean to remove
590.005/5-402.12-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Trash area observed in need of cleaning and organizing. Provide
590.005/5-501.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Stagant water observed on downstairs in the kitchen floor floor throughout the kitchen observed soiled . Clean to remove.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple soiled mops observed stored on the floor. Discontinue
590.006/6-501.16-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile observed missing above mechanical room. Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired June 29 2025. Provide updated sticker from a licensed hood cleaner.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed soiled/ dusty. Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.18-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Refrigerator unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and keep visible
590.004/4-204.112-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Cryovac fish observed thawing still in the ROP packaging. Discontinue (open package before)
590.003/3-501.13-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of foods stored in the walk unit observed without cover. Provide cover before storing
590.003/3-302.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Several cutting boards observed heavily soiled. Resurface/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
29
Mar 20, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Several containers of food stored in the refrigeration unit and walk in observed without date marking. Per PIC foods were prep the night before 3.19.25 and ealier todaty 3.20.25 Provide date marking with made/discard date.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Exterior of multiple storage containers observed soiled from visible spills middle compartment sink observed soiled with excess food flat grill observed with heavy carbon build up backsplash at the cookline observed soiled cook range observed soiled. Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide a metal steem thermometer . Provide
590.004/4-302.12-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: CFPM to designate a knowledgeable PIC at all hours of operation. Priority violation noted on today's inspection . PIC to train staff on all violations noted.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored. Replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.18-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeeze bottles at the cookline and taco station and diffrent juice flavors observed without lables. Provide lables when removing from original containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired : January 3rd 2025
590.006/6-501.14-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled mop stored in soiled water by the kitchen door. Discontinue and hang to dry when not in use.
590.006/6-501.16-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed aluminum paper used to line shelvings. Discontinue.
590.004/4-101.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple refrigeration unit observed without a visible thermometer. Provide and maintain
590.004/4-204.112-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Dumpster area observed with multiple loose and trash debris grease holder barrel observed soiled. Clean to remove
590.005/5-501.115-C
45
Jul 17, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked guacamole temp at 48F and macaroni salad at 46F in the open display refrigeration. PIC voluntarily discarded both products and pulled product from in line refrigeration unit at 37F. Retrain staff to monitor accurate temp. Unit temp at 36F. thermometer located inside of unit. (COS)
590.003/3-501.16-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink located in the basement area observed blocked by step ladder and sanitizer bucket. Discontinue (COS)
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed heavily soiled . Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed heavily score. Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Provide a conspicious thermomether to all the refrigeration unit missing a thermometer.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed with descrepancy. Sticker expires 08.21.24. Provide proper sticker or report.
590.004/4-202.18-C
64
Feb 28, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed without proper air gap.Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided. Waiting on plumber to schedule the appointemnt . Staff is using a colendar in the current prep sink.
590.005/5-203.14-P
86
Feb 7, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed without proper air gap.Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-203.14-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Different meat species observed being stored next below and above cooked food. Remove and keep separated. Corrected on site by CFPM
590.003/3-302.11-P
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Provide
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Interiorv of chest freezer observed heavily soiled and ice build up interior and exterior of small refrigerator observed soiled exterior of 2 door cooler observed soiled. Clean and sanitize.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeeze bottles and food storage bins observed not labled. Label if removed from original pacakge.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)
Inspector notes: Buckets of yuka lettuce potatoes and carrots observed stored in stagnant water. Remove. Corrected on site by PIC
590.003/3-303.12-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed heavily score. Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Trash area observed with multiple trash debris and old pots. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.114-C
52
Oct 10, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: No consumer advisory on under cooked steak - address as diascussed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Homemade sauces available for retail sale without any labels - address as discussed
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue using sponges to clean pots and pans - can only use on NON food contact surfaces
590.004/4-101.16-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all cooking equipment on the lin e - inside and outside of all freezer / refrigeration units from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: Fans inside the hood system are loud and do not appear to be operating properly - address as discussed
590.004/4-301.14-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Empty drip basins on both ends of the hood from grease and grime
590.004/4-204.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remoive stubborn stains and rusted areas where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Food labels (c)
Inspector notes: Label to properly identify the contents of all bulk food storage bins [ rice- salt-flour-sugar-masa ]
590.003/3-602.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure to keep all foods elevated off the floors a minimum of six inches [ including the walk-in unit ] during storage
590.003/3-305.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed - including a station by the front counter service location
590.003/3-304.14-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No one on site has a food safety certificate - no names match the one posted on the wall - Address as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible grease and grime under the sinks grease trap and toilets
590.006/6-501.18-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Remove plastic light covers in the kitchen and clean all visible soils where needed so lights are brighter as some areas of the kitchen appear dim due to these compromised light covers
590.006/6-202.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all light fixtures and all other areas of the kitchen walls and floors where needed from remaining food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-201.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clkean floors in the kitchen as well as the stairs leading to the basement prep area from all visible food spoils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: No clean and designaed area for staff to keep ersonal items or get dressed in uniforms - address
590.006/6-501.110-C
39
Oct 2, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: No consumer advisory on under cooked steak - address as diascussed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Homemade sauces available for retail sale without any labels - address as discussed
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: Fans inside the hood system are loud and do not appear to be operating properly - address as discussed
590.004/4-301.14-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Empty drip basins on both ends of the hood from grease and grime
590.004/4-204.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remoive stubborn stains and rusted areas where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed - including a station by the front counter service location
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure to keep all foods elevated off the floors a minimum of six inches [ including the walk-in unit ] during storage
590.003/3-305.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clkean floors in the kitchen as well as the stairs leading to the basement prep area from all visible food spoils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all cooking equipment on the lin e - inside and outside of all freezer / refrigeration units from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue using sponges to clean pots and pans - can only use on NON food contact surfaces
590.004/4-101.16-C
Food labels (c)
Inspector notes: Label to properly identify the contents of all bulk food storage bins [ rice- salt-flour-sugar-masa ]
590.003/3-602.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No one on site has a food safety certificate - no names match the one posted on the wall - Address as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible grease and grime under the sinks grease trap and toilets
590.006/6-501.18-C
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: No clean and designaed area for staff to keep ersonal items or get dressed in uniforms - address
590.006/6-501.110-C
43
May 16, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some evidence of rodent droppings in the alleyway by the trash - address as diuscussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: provide a consumer advisory for the undercooked "carne" offered on the menu as well as for the addition of an egg ordered " any style "
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Several compromised cutting boards with deep soiled lacerations - replace where needed
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all large bowls and pans are being inverted to properly air dry
590.004/4-204.119-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove obnoxious odors
590.005/5-402.12-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all loose trash and debris blown around by the wind - ensure the lids are kept tightly fit after use of the trash bins
590.005/5-501.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the kitchen basement stairway and basement floor from all food spills
590.006/6-101.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean ro remove a heavy build up of grease and grime
590.004/4-202.18-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all scoops for rice andother foods have a proper handle on them facing outward
590.003/3-304.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed including the front hot holding section of the restaurant
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Remove paper " to go bags" from the restroom
590.003/3-305.12-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all splintered wooden spoons with visible burn marks
590.004/4-101.17-C
Equipment and utensils-durability and strength (c)
Inspector notes: Remove broken three legged stainless steel prep table in the basement
590.004/4-201.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints
590.002/2-402.11-C
43
Jan 26, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: New menu offers steak under cooked [ no disclosure / reminder ] available to warn customers of the risks of consumimg under cooked foods address immediately
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some mouse activity in the rear of the building by the back door - contact your pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace missing chlorine test kits
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue the use of sponges to clean pots and pans at the three bay sink
590.004/4-101.16-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Enclose where needed and maintain clean after using
590.005/5-203.13-C
Clean linens (c)
Inspector notes: Segragate the storage of clean linens from the storage of soiled linens to reduce potential contamination
590.004/4-801.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the lids to the trash bins are kept tightly fit on top when not in use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean vents above the char grill to remove black soils
590.004/4-202.18-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all grease and grime
590.005/5-402.12-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all wooden spoons and spatulas that appear splintered and burnt
590.004/4-101.17-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue the use of plastic cups to dispense condiments and ensure to use food grade utensils with handles
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible food spills inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - cooking equipment - bulk food storage bins -shelves in the kitchen and under the prep tables
590.004/4-602.13-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensuremall food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints including the employee dispensing foods from the front counter area
590.002/2-402.11-C
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all your personal items segragated in the designated locker location and not on top of prep table sor food prep locations
590.006/6-501.110-C
Floor covering mats and duckboards (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all compromised/ odorous floor matts
590.006/6-201.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the entire kitchen including the basement stairs and basement floors from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Do not air dry large pots and pans on top of one another - ensure there is ample area to properly air dry as discussed
590.004/4-301.13-C
35
Jun 21, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all walls and ceiling tiles with visible peeling paint and exposed wooden surfaces in the kitchen where needed
590.004/4-602.13-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue the use of absorbant sponges to clean food contact surfaces - sponges can be used to clean floors walls ceilings and other NON food surfaces as we discussed
590.004/4-101.16-C
90
Jun 13, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 21 minor violations.
View 24 violations
Food temperature measuring devices (p)
Inspector notes: Replace missing food thermometer
590.004/4-201.12-P
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace the compromised chlorine test strips
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Remove all wooden compromised spoons and cutting boards - discontinue the use of cutting boards once they hav r deep lacerations that harbor food soils
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Wiping cloths air drying location (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue scattering in use wiping cloths on top of clean surfaces as discussed
590.004/4-901.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all cooking equipment refrigeration and freezer units bulk food storage bins - exterior of the ice machine exterior of all hot and cold holding units from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all splintered wooden large spoons and spatulas withg burn marks on the ends as discussed - use commercial grade utensils
590.004/4-101.17-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue the use of absorbant sponges to clean food contact surfaces - sponges can be used to clean floors walls ceilings and other NON food surfaces as we discussed
590.004/4-101.16-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up seperately as discujssed one seperate bucket with wiping cloth upm front by the service station as well
590.003/3-304.14-C
Washing fruits and vegetables (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify the prep sink in the kitchen as discussed
590.003/3-302.15-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are being elevated of the kitchen floors and in the storage rooms from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.003/3-302.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label all bulk food storage bins to properly identify the content
590.003/3-302.12-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are weraring proper hair restarints as discussed
590.002/2-402.11-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible grease and grime where needed
590.006/6-501.18-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all soiled in use mops are being stored properly after use - store inside the bucket and not storted directly on the floor
590.006/6-501.16-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Place down more glue boards in the back room area located by the alleyway
590.006/6-501.111-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all the plastic covers foer the ceiling lights to remove dead insects and visible soils
590.006/6-201.17-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all floors walls and ceiling tiles wgre needed from visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-201.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all trash receptacles in nthe alleyway from loose trash and debris
590.005/5-501.15-C
Outdoor storage surface (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible loose trash and debris scatterered throughout the alleyway
590.005/5-501.11-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the missing barrier in front of the mop sink as discussed
590.005/5-203.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all walls and ceiling tiles with visible peeling paint and exposed wooden surfaces in the kitchen where needed
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post both food safety and allergen awarenesss certificates on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all vents from visible debris
590.004/4-202.18-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all unfinished wooden surfaces in the kitchen discussed during inspection
590.004/4-202.16-C
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Jun 6, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 22 violations
Food temperature measuring devices (p)
Inspector notes: Replace missing food thermometer
590.004/4-201.12-P
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Remove all wooden compromised spoons and cutting boards - discontinue the use of cutting boards once they hav r deep lacerations that harbor food soils
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace the compromised chlorine test strips
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Wiping cloths air drying location (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue scattering in use wiping cloths on top of clean surfaces as discussed
590.004/4-901.12-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are weraring proper hair restarints as discussed
590.002/2-402.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post both food safety and allergen awarenesss certificates on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are being elevated of the kitchen floors and in the storage rooms from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.003/3-302.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label all bulk food storage bins to properly identify the content
590.003/3-302.12-C
Washing fruits and vegetables (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify the prep sink in the kitchen as discussed
590.003/3-302.15-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up seperately as discujssed one seperate bucket with wiping cloth upm front by the service station as well
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all splintered wooden large spoons and spatulas withg burn marks on the ends as discussed - use commercial grade utensils
590.004/4-101.17-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all unfinished wooden surfaces in the kitchen discussed during inspection
590.004/4-202.16-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all vents from visible debris
590.004/4-202.18-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all cooking equipment refrigeration and freezer units bulk food storage bins - exterior of the ice machine exterior of all hot and cold holding units from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the missing barrier in front of the mop sink as discussed
590.005/5-203.13-C
Outdoor storage surface (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible loose trash and debris scatterered throughout the alleyway
590.005/5-501.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all trash receptacles in nthe alleyway from loose trash and debris
590.005/5-501.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all floors walls and ceiling tiles wgre needed from visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-201.11-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all the plastic covers foer the ceiling lights to remove dead insects and visible soils
590.006/6-201.17-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Place down more glue boards in the back room area located by the alleyway
590.006/6-501.111-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all soiled in use mops are being stored properly after use - store inside the bucket and not storted directly on the floor
590.006/6-501.16-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible grease and grime where needed
590.006/6-501.18-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Montecristo Mexican Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Montecristo Mexican Grille on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Montecristo Mexican Grille?
Across the inspection record, “ventilation hood systems filters” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Montecristo Mexican Grille.
How does Montecristo Mexican Grille compare to other restaurants in Mission Hill?
Montecristo Mexican Grille most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mission Hill average of 82.
Has Montecristo Mexican Grille's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Montecristo Mexican Grille have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly 13 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Montecristo Mexican Grille means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Montecristo Mexican Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Montecristo Mexican Grille is inspected around five times per year on average.
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