ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL in Melrose
⚠️ This facility has been closed 1 time by the NYC Health Department
CLOSED
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026
📍 352 EAST 149 STREET, Bronx, NY 10451 ·
🚇 149th Street-Grand Concourse
Overview
Adobo Mexican Grill in Melrose, Bronx received a Grade N on its most recent NYC DOHMH inspection in 2026, scoring 43 points. The restaurant has 12 inspections on record, all resulting in Grade N classifications, with no emergency closures.
13
Inspections on Record
Grade N
Current Grade
1
Closure
ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL in Melrose: Emergency Closures (1)
ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL in Melrose: Full Inspection History (13 records)
🚫 CLOSURE
Jul 20, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 37
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Violations:
10F
GRADE N
Feb 9, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 43
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or ...
Feb 9, 2026
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Workplace SFAA policy not prominently posted in workplace.
Food worker/food vendor does not wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet, or after coughing, sneezing, smoking, eating, preparing raw foods or otherwise contaminating hands or does not change gloves when required; Worker fails to refrai...
GRADE N
Feb 9, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 43
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized aft...
Feb 9, 2026
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Workplace SFAA policy not prominently posted in workplace.
Food worker/food vendor does not wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet, or after coughing, sneezing, smoking, eating, preparing raw foods or otherwise contaminating hands or does not change gloves when required; Worker fails to refrai...
GRADE N
Feb 9, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 43
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized aft...
Feb 9, 2026
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Workplace SFAA policy not prominently posted in workplace.
Food worker/food vendor does not wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet, or after coughing, sneezing, smoking, eating, preparing raw foods or otherwise contaminating hands or does not change gloves when required; Worker fails to refrai...
GRADE N
Feb 9, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 43
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized aft...
Feb 9, 2026
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Workplace SFAA policy not prominently posted in workplace.
Food worker/food vendor does not wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet, or after coughing, sneezing, smoking, eating, preparing raw foods or otherwise contaminating hands or does not change gloves when required; Worker fails to refrai...
GRADE N
Feb 9, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 43
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized aft...
Feb 9, 2026
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Workplace SFAA policy not prominently posted in workplace.
Food worker/food vendor does not wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet, or after coughing, sneezing, smoking, eating, preparing raw foods or otherwise contaminating hands or does not change gloves when required; Worker fails to refrai...
GRADE N
Feb 9, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 43
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized aft...
Feb 9, 2026
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Workplace SFAA policy not prominently posted in workplace.
Food worker/food vendor does not wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet, or after coughing, sneezing, smoking, eating, preparing raw foods or otherwise contaminating hands or does not change gloves when required; Worker fails to refrai...
ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL in Melrose: News Coverage (1)
CRITICAL Adobo Mexican Grill Cited for Critical Violations - Bronx Published Mar 8, 2026Browse Related
ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL in Melrose: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL last inspected?
- ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL was last inspected on July 20, 2026 (Grade N). The inspection score was 37 points.
- What is ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL's current health grade?
- ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL currently holds a Grade N.
- How many times has ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL been closed by NYC Health?
- ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 1 time. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL had?
- ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL has 13 health inspections on record from February 2026 through July 2026.
- What was the worst inspection score at ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL?
- The worst inspection score recorded at ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL was 43 points on February 9, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.