Taqueria Lupita

765 Dexter Street, Central Falls, RI 02863
Mexican / Latin
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2025
70
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Taqueria Lupita four times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 8, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent visits have flagged additional issues, ticking from zero violations up to four.

Across the inspection history, proper date marking and disposition is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Central Falls restaurant, which scores around 82. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Restricted-use pesticide applied improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Insectide and insectide tape were observed in the establishment. PIC informed to cease practice.
7-206.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Various foods in the reach-in coolers were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation. PIC informed.
3-501.17
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors under the reach-in freezers have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment's Rhode Island Food Safety Manager license is expired. ServSafe food safety certificate is current. Application provided during time of inspection.
2-102.12(A)
70
Jun 1, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 22, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 19, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Rice, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Food item was observed at 62 degrees F.
3-501.14
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Cooked food items were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the back/storage/prep-area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: Observed establishment using fly tape in a food production area. Fly tape removed
6-501.112
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Lupita last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Lupita on file is from Apr 8, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Lupita?

Across the inspection record, proper date marking and disposition has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Lupita.

How does Taqueria Lupita compare to other restaurants in Central Falls?

Taqueria Lupita most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Central Falls average of 82.

Has Taqueria Lupita's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taqueria Lupita have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about zero per visit to around four more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taqueria Lupita means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Taqueria Lupita inspected?

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