El Rodeo Family Mexican Restaurant

405 Mendon Rd, Cumberland, RI 02864

Mexican / Latin

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

By comparison, the average Cumberland facility scores 88, putting El Rodeo Family Mexican Restaurant on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 10, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Grill draw unit was observed held at 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items chicken wings, chicken, steam veg, salmon, tilapia, squid, seafood medley, seafood stuffing, and shrimp all 60DF. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Unit came unplugged from wall. Food items all tempted at 60DF. Food items voluntarily disposed of.

3-501.16(A)

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: ROP fish items salmon, and tilapia were observed being defrosted in an intact package. ROP fish items were out of temperature and were voluntarily disposed of.

3-501.13

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine, and refrigerator door gaskets have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non food contact surfaces must be maintained clean.

4-602.13

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the kitchen are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.

4-501.12

Aug 13, 2025

Opening

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Sewage backflow not prevented

Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.

5-402.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen was observed with broken tiles and low grout. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The handle on Prep unit 1 was observed in poor repair. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Rodeo Family Mexican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Rodeo Family Mexican Restaurant on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does El Rodeo Family Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Cumberland?

El Rodeo Family Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Cumberland average of 88.

Has El Rodeo Family Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Rodeo Family Mexican Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at El Rodeo Family Mexican Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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