Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA

El Sonorense Boston - K124

Name: El Sonorense Boston - K124
Address: 94 Shirley St, Boston, MA

94 Shirley St

Last inspected Sep 14, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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10 inspections

Inspection

Sep 14, 2026

Failed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-301.13-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

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Drain boards (C)

Inspector’s notes

Need more shelving space to store large / clean pots and pans above three bat sink after being [ pre-scraped - washed - rinsed and sanitized - then air dried ] large pots shall be inverted so waste water can empty into the basins of the three bay sink / Address as discussed

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

majorCode 590.005/5-204.11-PFHandwashing

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Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue to keep soiled utensils pots and pans inside the basin of the designated hand sink in the kitchen during food prep - keep clear at all times while preparing foods

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Mar 30, 2026

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 30, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 17, 2025

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

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Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple soiled wiping cloths stored underneath cooking range. Remove with frequency to avoid pest attraction to grease

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

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(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed grease build up on chargrill and fryers; food spills at steam table. Thoroughly clean grease build up and food spills to prevent harborage

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 17, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 10, 2025

Failed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple soiled wiping cloths stored underneath cooking range. Remove with frequency to avoid pest attraction to grease

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

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(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed grease build up on chargrill and fryers; food spills at steam table. Thoroughly clean grease build up and food spills to prevent harborage

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 10, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 10, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 10, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 26, 2024

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene

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Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food handler operating without hair restraint. Provide

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

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Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed bulk containers / squeeze bottles without labels. Provide labels with the common name of food item stored inside

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

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Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy condensation inside refrigerated units. Contact company for repairs to ensure units remain free of water

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 26, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 17, 2024

Failed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food handler operating without hair restraint. Provide

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther