Bronx, NY — Asia Latina/Mama Sushi/Pichirri, an Asian fusion restaurant located at 606 East 187th Street in the Bronx, received a score of 61 on a New York City health inspection conducted on February 10, 2026. The score places the establishment in Grade C territory, representing a significant decline from its prior inspection performance.

The inspection data was released by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) on February 12, 2026.

What Inspectors Found

During the inspection, DOHMH inspectors documented one critical violation at the establishment. The violation, cited under code 06C, identified that food, supplies, or equipment were not adequately protected from potential sources of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, or service. The citation also noted that condiments were not maintained in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor, as required by city regulations.

Under the NYC inspection scoring system, critical violations carry heavier point penalties than general violations. A single critical violation cited under code 06C can carry a substantial point value depending on the specific conditions observed. The restaurant's total score of 61 points — recorded with one critical violation and no non-critical violations — indicates that the conditions documented by inspectors were assessed as particularly significant.

Food contamination prevention is a foundational principle of food safety operations. When food items, supplies, or equipment are exposed to potential contamination sources, the risk of foodborne illness increases. This includes exposure to chemicals, pests, unclean surfaces, or cross-contact with allergens.

Food Safety Context

NYC Health Code Article 81 establishes the regulatory framework for food service establishments operating in New York City. The code requires that all food items be protected from contamination at every stage of handling, from receiving and storage through preparation and service to customers.

The FDA Food Code, which serves as a model for local jurisdictions nationwide, similarly emphasizes that food must be protected from environmental contamination, improper holding temperatures, and cross-contamination from other food items or non-food surfaces. Condiment dispensing requirements exist to prevent customers from introducing contaminants into shared containers, reducing the risk of pathogen transmission between individuals.

Restaurants receiving a Grade C score are required to undergo a re-inspection. Establishments that do not improve their scores through subsequent inspections may face additional enforcement actions, which can include fines or operational restrictions.

Inspection History

The restaurant's prior inspection record shows a notable shift in compliance:

  • 2024-09-03: Score 12 (Grade A)
  • 2026-02-10: Score 61 (Grade C)

The September 2024 inspection resulted in a score of 12, which fell within the Grade A range and indicated the restaurant was operating in substantial compliance with health code requirements at that time. The nearly 50-point increase in the February 2026 inspection represents a considerable change in the conditions documented at the establishment.

It should be noted that approximately 17 months elapsed between these two inspections, during which time operational conditions, management, or staffing may have changed.

Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades

New York City assigns letter grades to restaurants based on the total number of violation points accumulated during an inspection. Lower scores indicate fewer or less severe violations:

  • Grade A: 0–13 points
  • Grade B: 14–27 points
  • Grade C: 28 or more points

A score of 61 is well above the 28-point threshold for a Grade C designation. Restaurants that receive a Grade B or C on an initial inspection are offered a re-inspection opportunity. The restaurant may post a "Grade Pending" card while awaiting the re-inspection or while adjudicating the results through the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH).

Public Resources

Consumers can look up the latest inspection results for any New York City restaurant through the DOHMH restaurant inspection database, available online at the NYC Open Data portal. Inspection scores, violation details, and grade histories are public record and updated regularly.

For questions about food safety complaints or to report concerns about a food establishment, residents can contact 311 or visit the NYC 311 website.

More About This Restaurant

View the full inspection history for Asia Latina/Mama Sushi/Pichirri including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.