CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR in Harlem (North)
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Jan 8, 2026
📍 329 LENOX AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10027 ·
🍽️ Mexican
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🚇 125th Street-Lenox
Overview
Cantina Taqueria & Tequila Bar in Harlem holds a Grade Z from NYC DOHMH, based on 7 inspections between 2023 and 2026. The restaurant has received Grade B on 2 occasions, with no emergency closures on record.
7
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR in Harlem (North): Full Inspection History (7 records)
GRADE Z
Jan 8, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 20
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Violations:
04L
Jan 8, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Violations:
20-06
Sep 22, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 48
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.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware...
GRADE B
May 8, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 27
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage di...
Dec 3, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 46
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, re...
Dec 3, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occu...
GRADE B
Jan 12, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 21
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, wa...
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CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR in Harlem (North): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR last inspected?
- CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR was last inspected on January 8, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 20 points.
- What is CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR's current health grade?
- CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many health inspections has CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR had?
- CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR has 7 health inspections on record from January 2023 through January 2026. Grade B on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR?
- The worst inspection score recorded at CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR was 48 points on September 22, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR ever received a Grade C?
- No. CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.