CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILIA BAR in Manhattan

Latest: GRADE A Last inspected May 14, 2025
📍 2099 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, Manhattan, NY  ·  🍽️ Mexican
Overview

Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia Bar in Manhattan holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 13 points on its most recent inspection. Across 5 inspections since 2022, the restaurant has earned Grade A once, with 1 Grade B result and no emergency closures on record.

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Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
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Grade A Inspection

CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILIA BAR in Manhattan: Full Inspection History (5 records)

May 14, 2025 — Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted 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...
Violations: 20-06 10B 06D 18-11 06F
GRADE A May 14, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or no...
Violations: 06D 10B
GRADE B Aug 16, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 27
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. Evidence of mice or li...
Violations: 06C 04L 04K 10F 08A 02G
Jun 15, 2022 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 32
Personal cleanliness inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared. Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. Unacceptable material used. Non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not pr...
Violations: 06A 10F 06C 06D 04L 20D 22C 08A
Jun 15, 2022 — Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted. Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas. Food not protec...
Violations: 20D 04L 06C
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CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILIA BAR in Manhattan: Frequently Asked Questions

When was CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILIA BAR last inspected?
CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILIA BAR was last inspected on May 14, 2025 (Grade A).
What is CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILIA BAR's current health grade?
CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILIA BAR currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
How many health inspections has CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILIA BAR had?
CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILIA BAR has 5 health inspections on record from June 2022 through May 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade B on 1 occasion.
What was the worst inspection score at CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILIA BAR?
The worst inspection score recorded at CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILIA BAR was 32 points on June 15, 2022. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
Has CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILIA BAR ever received a Grade C?
No. CANTINA TAQUERIA & TEQUILIA BAR has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.