Mexico City Tacos and Tequila

1177 Reservoir Ave, Cranston, RI 02920

Mexican / Latin

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Mar 3, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Mexico City Tacos and Tequila stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 3, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around three violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “variance obtained for specialized processing methods”, which has been cited two times.

Mexico City Tacos and Tequila's latest score is in line with the Cranston average of 88. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 3, 2025

Re-Inspection

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Variance obtained for specialized processing methods (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The establishment was observed to be sealing raw foods (beef bone marrow) in plastic bags. The establishment must submit proper procedures to RIDOH Center for Food Protection for review and approval. Food observed to be raw without any marinades. Person in charge removed food from bags at the time of inspection. Establishment to cease using vacuum packaging until approved by RIDOH Center for Food Protection. Failure to comply may result in further disciplinary action.

8-103.11

Feb 17, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 corrected on site.

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Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: An employee was observed touching ready to eat food (cheese) with bare hands. Food employees must not touch exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, single use gloves, or dispensing equipment. Food was voluntarily disposed of by staff member.

3-301.11

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

Inspector notes: Rice was observed held at 117 degrees Fahrenheit in the hot-holding equipment. Hot-holding equipment was adjusted to a higher temperature. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Person in charge reheated food to over 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

3-501.16(A)

Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food

Inspector notes: The consumer advisory provided does not disclose the foods on the menu that are raw or undercooked (eggs and tuna).

3-603.11

Variance obtained for specialized processing methods (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The establishment was observed to be vacuum packaging cooked foods (chicken, beef, pork, and queso). The establishment must submit proper procedures to RIDOH Center for Food Protection for review and approval. Food voluntarily disposed of by staff due to lack of approved procedures. Establishment to cease using vacuum packaging until approved by RIDOH Center for Food Protection. All vacuum packaging equipment must be removed from premises or further disciplinary action may follow.

8-103.11

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Reduced oxygen packaged tuna and salmon were observed thawing with the packaging in-tact. Fish was observed at 37 degrees Fahrenheit and removed from the package to properly thaw.

3-501.13

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: The breakfast menu does not have an allergen statement for consumer awareness.

2-103.11

Oct 2, 2024

Reinspection for Opening

No violations found.

100

Sep 25, 2024

Opening

1 major violation.

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Warewashing sink compartments insufficient or improperly set up

Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a 3-bay sink in the bar area. A sink with at least 3 compartments shall be provided for manually washing, rinsing, and SANITIZING EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS.

4-301.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mexico City Tacos and Tequila last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mexico City Tacos and Tequila on file is from Mar 3, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mexico City Tacos and Tequila?

Across the inspection record, “variance obtained for specialized processing methods” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mexico City Tacos and Tequila.

How does Mexico City Tacos and Tequila compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Mexico City Tacos and Tequila most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Cranston average of 88.

Has Mexico City Tacos and Tequila's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mexico City Tacos and Tequila have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mexico City Tacos and Tequila means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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