Bronx, NY — Taqueria Atlixco, a Mexican restaurant located at 800 East 149th Street in the Bronx, received a score of 38 during a New York City health inspection conducted on January 20, 2026. The score places the restaurant in Grade C territory, the lowest passing grade assigned by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). Inspectors documented two critical violations related to hand washing access and food handling practices.

The inspection data was released by DOHMH on February 27, 2026.

What Inspectors Found

During the January 20 inspection, DOHMH inspectors identified two critical violations at the establishment. No non-critical violations were recorded.

The first critical violation, cited under Code 05D, involved hand washing facilities. Inspectors found that no hand washing facility was available in or adjacent to the toilet room, or within 25 feet of food preparation, food service, or ware washing areas. The citation further noted that hand washing facilities were not accessible, were obstructed, or were being used for non-hand washing purposes. The violation also documented issues with hot and cold running water availability, water pressure, and the absence of soap or acceptable hand-drying devices.

The second critical violation, cited under Code 06B, documented tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open containers in food preparation, food storage, or dishwashing areas.

Together, these two critical violations resulted in the restaurant's total score of 38 points.

Food Safety Context

Hand washing access is considered one of the most fundamental food safety requirements in restaurant operations. Under NYC Health Code Article 81, food service establishments are required to maintain properly equipped and accessible hand washing stations near food preparation areas and restrooms. The FDA Food Code similarly identifies hand hygiene as a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness transmission.

The requirement for hand washing facilities within 25 feet of food preparation areas exists because frequent hand washing is one of the most effective methods for preventing the transfer of harmful bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens to food. When hand washing stations are inaccessible, obstructed, or lack essential supplies such as soap and hot water, food workers may be unable to maintain proper hygiene during food handling.

The prohibition on eating, drinking, and tobacco use in food preparation and storage areas is designed to prevent contamination of food products. These activities can introduce saliva, ash, and other contaminants into areas where food is being prepared or stored.

Inspection History

No prior inspection history is available for Taqueria Atlixco in the DOHMH public database. The January 20, 2026 inspection represents the first recorded inspection for this establishment in the current dataset.

Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades

New York City assigns letter grades to restaurants based on the total number of violation points recorded during inspections. Fewer points indicate fewer or less serious violations:

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

Taqueria Atlixco's score of 38 places it in the Grade C range. Restaurants that receive a Grade B or C on an initial inspection have the opportunity to request a re-inspection and may also contest results through an administrative hearing at the DOHMH Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH).

Restaurants are required to post their current grade card in a location visible to the public near the entrance of the establishment.

Public Resources

Consumers can look up the latest inspection results for any New York City restaurant through the DOHMH restaurant inspection database, available online. Inspection scores, violation details, and grade histories are public record and are updated as new data becomes available.

For questions or to file a complaint about a food establishment in New York City, residents can contact 311 or visit the NYC 311 website.

More About This Restaurant

View the full inspection history for Taqueria Atlixco including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.