Tuxpan Taqueria

355 Broad St, Central Falls, RI 02863

Mexican / Latin

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Oct 9, 2025

Score

Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 9, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

Restaurants in Central Falls average 82, so Tuxpan Taqueria trails the local norm. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 9, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: 3 bay sink faucet observed in leaking. System to be in good repair and proper adjustment.

5-205.15

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Establishment does not have an individual with the Rhode Island Manager Certified In Food Safety license. Active food safety certificate. Establishment must enrolled, application provided.

2-102.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Partition between 3 bay sink and food prep sink was observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Oct 1, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods such as eggs were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods such as cooked foods and vegetables in the reach-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of small flies is not controlled as evidenced by live insects observed during time of inspection. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Establishment to have commercial pest control services. Report to be sent to inspector.

6-501.111

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The door to the toilet room is not self-closing.

6-202.14

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: The receptacle in the toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary products.

5-501.17

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The ceiling in kitchen prep area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable. Ceiling tiles to be replaced.

6-101.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The wall by the 3 bay sink was observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking a mop sink. At least one mop sink or one curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain must be provided and conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. Proof of installation to be sent to inspector.

5-203.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tuxpan Taqueria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tuxpan Taqueria on file is from Oct 9, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

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

Tuxpan Taqueria most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Central Falls average of 82.

Has Tuxpan Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tuxpan Taqueria have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tuxpan Taqueria 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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