Tenoch Mexican
Last inspected: Oct 1, 2025
67
Score
Tenoch Mexican, located at 3 Lewis St, Boston, MA, underwent a moderate-risk inspection on October 1, 2025, resulting in a score of 67. This inspection identified eight minor violations, including issues with nonfood contact surfaces, HVAC vents, and handwashing signage. Across fifteen scored inspections, Tenoch Mexican has historically maintained a medium-risk profile.
15
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 1, 2025
Routine
8 minor violations.
67
Sep 19, 2025
Routine
8 minor violations.
67
May 6, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
55
Apr 25, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
55
Mar 18, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
61
Mar 11, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
61
Nov 1, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
70
Oct 25, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
70
Jul 26, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
67
Jul 18, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
67
Aug 21, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
95
Jul 26, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
95
Jan 5, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
90
Dec 29, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
90
Sep 29, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Violations — Oct 1, 2025 Inspection
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all the gaskets inside the freezer / refrigeration units where needed from visible food build up
590.004/4-602.13-C
Heating ventilation air conditioning system vents (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible greased and grime deposits on the fan blades and around the entire perimeter of the window vents in the kitchen
590.006/6-202.12-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify all designated hand sinks as such " Hand Washing Only "
590.006/6-301.14-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean walls and floors behind the cooking line from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post current food safety / allergen awareness certificates on site as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all scoops have handles and are of commercial grade - store with handles facing outward
590.003/3-304.12-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue the use of sponges to clean any " food contact surfaces " NoN food contact surfaces only
590.004/4-101.16-C
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: There is a window exhaust fan missing a cover or grate for the the exterior section where the fan is turning - Address immediately
590.004/4-301.14-C
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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