Punto Rojo

16 Bennington St, East Boston, MA 02128

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Punto Rojo seven times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 5, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “walls and ceilings attachments” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Among East Boston restaurants, the typical score is 91; Punto Rojo is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 5, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Walls and ceilings attachments (c)

Inspector notes: Hood tag expired in November 2025 / Exterior of hood vent covers visibly greased / Contact hood cleaning company and ensure proper cleaning of vent covers

590.006/6-201.17-C

Jun 16, 2025

Routine

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Hand drying provision (pf)

Inspector notes: Handsink near dish machine without paper towels. Provide.

590.006/6-301.12-PF

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Handsink near cooking line blocked with table and equipment in front. Remove and keep accessible all the time.

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)

Inspector notes: Some prepared food products without date-marking. Provide.

590.003/3-501.17-PF

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Rear door observed wide-open without a screen-door. Provide one.

590.006/6-202.15-C

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: One bulk food barrel without lid at lower level. Provide.

590.003/3-305.11-C

Oct 17, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: No soap at the prep area handsink. Provide.

590.006/6-301.11-PF

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Interior of some freezer units at lower level soiled. Clean and sanitize properly.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Two large plastic bins with bean and rice without cover at lower level. Enclose properly. Several lage pieces of meat place directly in freezer without any cover. Cover properly or store in containers.

590.003/3-305.11-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored soiled on counter. Store properly in sanitizer solution.

590.003/3-304.14-C

Nov 8, 2023

Routine

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: No soap available for hand sinks / Provide liquid hand soap

590.006/6-301.11-PF

May 31, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)

Inspector notes: Floors in kitchen worn uneven in areas / Repair to provide a floor that is smooth non-porous durable and easily cleanable

590.006/6-101.11-C

Sep 27, 2022

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations.

View 4 violations

(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

Inspector notes: Raw shell eggs sitting out at 50F / Eggs were moved to refrigeration to cool back down after being out for an hour for breakfast service.

590.003/3-501.16-P

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Water to the only hand sink in the kitchen was shut off at time of inspection. Staff were able to turn it on and verify hot and cold water. Leave water to the hand sink on at all times and ensure all hand washing is done at the hand sink only.

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Where to wash (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed food handler rinsing hands in the 3 bay sink / Re-educate staff on where and how to properly wash hands.

590.002/2-301.15-PF

Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)

Inspector notes: Provide chlorine test kits for the bleach used in sanitizer buckets

590.004/4-302.14-PF

Apr 27, 2022

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)

Inspector notes: Floors in kitchen are worn / Resurface floors

590.006/6-101.11-C

Walls and ceilings attachments (c)

Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles broken / replace

590.006/6-201.17-C

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Hand sink faucet leaking / Repair

590.005/5-205.15-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Punto Rojo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Punto Rojo on file is from Dec 5, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Punto Rojo?

Across the inspection record, “walls and ceilings attachments” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Punto Rojo.

How does Punto Rojo compare to other restaurants in East Boston?

Punto Rojo most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the East Boston average of 91.

Has Punto Rojo's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Punto Rojo have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Punto Rojo 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 Punto Rojo inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Punto Rojo is inspected around two times per year on average.

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