Inspection record
El Rinconcito
226 Sumner St · Boston, MA 02128
4inspections since May 2026
41violations recorded
HE_Passlatest result (city code)
License category: Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out
Inspection history
Jul 28, 2026HE_Pass1 violation
*Food Preparation (C)
There is no prep sink to wash produce Potatoes is being washed in the three bay sink. Provide a food prep sink to protect produce during preparation with proper air gap to sink drain/ provide a license plumber's report. 7/15/2026 variance form was provided at the time of compliance visit ( there is no availabel space to install a food prep sink)
Jul 22, 2026HE_FailExt4 violations
**Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
No procedure or supplies for vomit/ diarrhea clean up kit./ Provide complete vomit clean up kit
**Assignment (Pf)
No posted certifications for food safety and allergen training. PIC stated (Steven) is certified. Post and ensure staff training is provided.
*Food Preparation (C)
There is no prep sink to wash produce Potatoes is being washed in the three bay sink. Provide a food prep sink to protect produce during preparation with proper air gap to sink drain/ provide a license plumber's report. 7/15/2026 variance form was provided at the time of compliance visit ( there is no availabel space to install a food prep sink)
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed 1 live roach on the wall behind the oven./ Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report to keila.depina@boston.gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling inspection. 7/15/2026 During the compliance visit I observed multiples live roaches crawling throught the establisment . The pest control was on site on July 14 2026 and the live roaches may be due to the recent treatment. submit detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator with no catch and no activity. increase visit recommended until issue is resolved.
Jul 15, 2026HE_Hearing18 violations
**Food Labels (Pf)
The items in the grab and go fridge observed without label and major allergens are not identified. Provide a complete allergen label
**Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Reach in Unit/walk-in Properly date mark all ready to eat foodsProvide made/discard date to all food prepped before storing in the refrigerator
***(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Food Item on the hot display cabinet ( Fried pork Sausage @111 F degrees/ Products must be 135 degree or above / PIC reheat the Product. train staff on monitoring temperature
*Food Preparation (C)
There is no prep sink to wash produce Potatoes is being washed in the three bay sink. Provide a food prep sink to protect produce during preparation with proper air gap to sink drain/ provide a license plumber's report. 7/15/2026 variance form was provided at the time of compliance visit ( there is no availabel space to install a food prep sink)
*In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Store all utensils in hot water at 135 degrees or above for 2 hours/change water after 2 hours Bulk foods/salsa sugar flour/provide proper scoop with handle for bulk food bin Portion cup observed in use to dispense foods from bulks. Discontinue and provide scoop with handle to prevent contamination by hands
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed 1 live roach on the wall behind the oven./ Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report to keila.depina@boston.gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling inspection. 7/15/2026 During the compliance visit I observed multiples live roaches crawling throught the establisment . The pest control was on site on July 14 2026 and the live roaches may be due to the recent treatment. submit detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator with no catch and no activity. increase visit recommended until issue is resolved.
*Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Clean the floor under/around the oven & under the prep table behind the coffin freezer to remove soils and debris. Clean the floor under the coffin freezer to remove stagnant water.
*Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)
Restroom/ provide covered waste receptacle
*Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)
observed soiled wiping cloths on the counter/properly store all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution at the required 200ppm
*Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Multiple squeeze bottles observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers
**Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Provide properly working metal stem cooks thermometer to measure both hot and cold foods
*Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
under counter refrigeration unit / Provide Internal Thermometer to unit to measure 41 degree or below
*Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Multiples Foods stored uncovered in units/properly cover all foods remove all foods
**(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Person in charge must be properly trained to monitor hand washing understand proper procedures for manual ware washing of equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces and review responsibilities for company illness procedures. Certified Manager must retrain all staff.
**Assignment (Pf)
No posted certifications for food safety and allergen training. PIC stated (Steven) is certified. Post and ensure staff training is provided.
**Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
No procedure or supplies for vomit/ diarrhea clean up kit./ Provide complete vomit clean up kit
*Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Observed Multiples employee without hair restraints / provide proper hair restraints for all food prep workers
*Sponges Use Limitation (C)
Observed sponges at three bay sink area. Discontinue using sponge to wash food contact surfaces to prevent contamination
Jul 8, 2026HE_Fail18 violations
*Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Observed Multiples employee without hair restraints / provide proper hair restraints for all food prep workers
*Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Clean the floor under/around the oven & under the prep table behind the coffin freezer to remove soils and debris. Clean the floor under the coffin freezer to remove stagnant water.
*Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)
Restroom/ provide covered waste receptacle
*Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)
observed soiled wiping cloths on the counter/properly store all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution at the required 200ppm
**Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Provide properly working metal stem cooks thermometer to measure both hot and cold foods
*Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
under counter refrigeration unit / Provide Internal Thermometer to unit to measure 41 degree or below
*Sponges Use Limitation (C)
Observed sponges at three bay sink area. Discontinue using sponge to wash food contact surfaces to prevent contamination
**Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Reach in Unit/walk-in Properly date mark all ready to eat foodsProvide made/discard date to all food prepped before storing in the refrigerator
***(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Food Item on the hot display cabinet ( Fried pork Sausage @111 F degrees/ Products must be 135 degree or above / PIC reheat the Product. train staff on monitoring temperature
*Food Preparation (C)
There is no prep sink to wash produce Potatoes is being washed in the three bay sink. Provide a food prep sink to protect produce during preparation with proper air gap to sink drain/ provide a license plumber's report.
*In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Store all utensils in hot water at 135 degrees or above for 2 hours/change water after 2 hours Bulk foods/salsa sugar flour/provide proper scoop with handle for bulk food bin Portion cup observed in use to dispense foods from bulks. Discontinue and provide scoop with handle to prevent contamination by hands
**Food Labels (Pf)
The items in the grab and go fridge observed without label and major allergens are not identified. Provide a complete allergen label
*Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Multiple squeeze bottles observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers
*Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Multiples Foods stored uncovered in units/properly cover all foods remove all foods
**(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Person in charge must be properly trained to monitor hand washing understand proper procedures for manual ware washing of equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces and review responsibilities for company illness procedures. Certified Manager must retrain all staff.
**Assignment (Pf)
No posted certifications for food safety and allergen training. PIC stated (Steven) is certified. Post and ensure staff training is provided.
**Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
No procedure or supplies for vomit/ diarrhea clean up kit./ Provide complete vomit clean up kit
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
small amount of mise dropping observed in the kitchen floor near the oven and three bay sink area/ clean to remove./ Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report to keila.depina@boston.gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling inspection. Observed 1 live roach on the wall behind the oven
Violation severity marks (*, **, ***) are the city's published violation levels. Result codes are Boston ISD's own codes, shown verbatim - we found no public legend. Methodology