CATRINA MEXICANA in East Harlem (North)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jan 28, 2025
📍 163 EAST 116 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10029 ·
🍽️ Mexican
Overview
Catrina Mexicana in East Harlem holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 13 points on its most recent inspection in 2025. Across 12 inspections this year, the restaurant has received Grade A on all 6 graded inspections, with no emergency closures on record.
12
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
6
Grade A Inspections
CATRINA MEXICANA in East Harlem (North): Full Inspection History (12 records)
GRADE A
Jan 28, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
Thawing procedure improper.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or a...
Jan 28, 2025
— Trans Fat / Initial Inspection
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly seale...
GRADE A
Jan 28, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
Thawing procedure improper.
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 wash...
Jan 28, 2025
— Trans Fat / Initial Inspection
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Violations:
16-02
GRADE A
Jan 28, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
Thawing procedure improper.
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use ...
Jan 28, 2025
— Trans Fat / Initial Inspection
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Violations:
16-02
GRADE A
Jan 28, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
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.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment...
Jan 28, 2025
— Trans Fat / Initial Inspection
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Violations:
16-02
GRADE A
Jan 28, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
Thawing procedure improper.
Violations:
09B
Jan 28, 2025
— Trans Fat / Initial Inspection
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Violations:
16-02
GRADE A
Jan 28, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
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.
Violations:
10B
Jan 28, 2025
— Trans Fat / Initial Inspection
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Violations:
16-02
CATRINA MEXICANA in East Harlem (North): News Coverage (2)
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CATRINA MEXICANA in East Harlem (North): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was CATRINA MEXICANA last inspected?
- CATRINA MEXICANA was last inspected on January 28, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 13 points.
- What is CATRINA MEXICANA's current health grade?
- CATRINA MEXICANA currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has CATRINA MEXICANA had?
- CATRINA MEXICANA has 12 health inspections on record. The restaurant received Grade A on 6 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at CATRINA MEXICANA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at CATRINA MEXICANA was 13 points on January 28, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has CATRINA MEXICANA ever received a Grade C?
- No. CATRINA MEXICANA has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.