El Mercado Latino Inc. was last inspected on February 17, 2026 and scored 10 points. Inspectors found 2 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
February 17, 2026 · Routine Inspection/Field Review
Score: 10 points
1 critical1 general-
CriticalFood temperature5 pts
Cold food was held slightly too warm (42–45°F).
Official wording (code 2120)
Proper cold holding temperatures; between 42 to 45 degrees Fahrenheit (F) (6 to 7 degrees Celsius (C))
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GeneralFacility upkeep5 pts
Food-contact surfaces weren’t kept clean and sanitized.
Official wording (code 4200)
Food-contact surfaces maintained, cleaned, sanitized
Inspection history
7 inspections on record
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Unsatisfactory 5 points
Routine Inspection/Field Review
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood handling5 pts
Raw meat was stored above or next to ready-to-eat food.
Official wording (code 1400)
Raw meats below and away from ready-to-eat food; species separated
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Satisfactory 0 points
Routine Inspection/Field Review
No violations
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Unsatisfactory 10 points
Routine Inspection/Field Review
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood source10 pts
Food was spoiled, contaminated, or unsafe.
Official wording (code 1000)
Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated; approved additives
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Unsatisfactory 10 points
Routine Inspection/Field Review
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood source10 pts
Food was spoiled, contaminated, or unsafe.
Official wording (code 1000)
Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated; approved additives
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Unsatisfactory 10 points
Routine Inspection/Field Review
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation10 pts
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked.
Official wording (code 0600)
Adequate handwashing facilities
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Satisfactory 0 points
Routine Inspection/Field Review
No violations
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Source: Public Health – Seattle & King County open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 9 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.