Pollo Campero

188 Border St, East Boston, MA 02128

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged 10 inspections at Pollo Campero, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 27, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately compared to roughly one violation before.

The pattern that stands out is “outer openings protected”, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average East Boston facility scores 91, putting Pollo Campero on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 27, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Replace the horizontal door sweep under the back door to prevent rodent entry.

590.006/6-202.15-C

Mechanical-ventilation (c)

Inspector notes: Noted frylator equipment not directly placed under the hood ventilation.Retrain staff to make sure the equipment is stored under the hood while in operation so it is properly vented.COS by the PIC

590.006/6-304.11-C

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Noted floor tiles loose near the drain under the hood and tiles near the 3 bay sink.Repair

590.006/6-501.114-C

Mar 11, 2026

Routine

5 minor violations.

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Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)

Inspector notes: Noted floors and walls behind the chicken frylator heavily soiled with grease.Clean with frequency

590.006/6-501.12-C

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Replace the horizontal door sweep under the back door to prevent rodent entry.

590.006/6-202.15-C

Covering receptacles (c)

Inspector notes: Noted trash receptacle wide open in the back trash area.Ensure the lids are tightly closed to prevent rodent

590.005/5-501.113-C

Mechanical-ventilation (c)

590.006/6-304.11-C

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Noted floor tiles loose near the drain under the hood and tiles near the 3 bay sink.Repair

590.006/6-501.114-C

Jan 28, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Clean the floors/walls/ceiling to remove grease & soils from the 3 bay fryer fire (Staff cleaning prior to my arrival)

590.006/6-201.11-C

Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: 3 bay fryer damaged due to a grease fire.Repair/replace Fryer is out of service (Gas has been shut off to the fryer unit by BFD) (Company plumber on site stating he will cap the line & keep it shut off until repairs are complete)

590.004/4-501.11-C

Aug 29, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 21, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 16, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)

Inspector notes: Low Temp Dish Machine- Not registering any sanitizer level. Provide.

590.004/4-501.114-P

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: The establishment last night had a small backup of sewer linited to dish machine and toilet. Repair company was on site. Provide a report from repair company regarding the repair performed.

590.005/5-205.15-C

Mar 18, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)

Inspector notes: Low Temp Dish Machine not registering any sanitizer. Repair to mantain 50-100ppm chlorine sanitizer. Three bay sink (QUATs 200ppm) will be used to perform sanitizing step until repair takes place.

590.004/4-501.114-P

Sep 5, 2023

Routine

1 major violation.

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Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Several small flies noted in the hallway leading to restrooms / Orkin provides monthly exterminations last visit on 8/29/2023. Move to bi-weekly services

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Jan 18, 2023

Routine

1 major violation.

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Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)

Inspector notes: Provide chlorine test kits for the low temperature dish machine

590.004/4-302.14-PF

Jun 30, 2022

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)

Inspector notes: Tiles under fryers are broken / missing allowing for standing water/grease. Clean area and fix flooring

590.006/6-101.11-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Campero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Campero on file is from Apr 27, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo Campero?

Across the inspection record, “outer openings protected” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pollo Campero.

How does Pollo Campero compare to other restaurants in East Boston?

Pollo Campero most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the East Boston average of 91.

Has Pollo Campero's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pollo Campero have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pollo Campero 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 Pollo Campero inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Campero is inspected around three times per year on average.

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