CANTINA 138 in Williamsburg
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Apr 10, 2026
📍 138 HAVEMEYER STREET, Brooklyn, NY 11211 ·
🍽️ Mexican
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🚇 Bedford Avenue, Lorimer Street, Marcy Avenue
Overview
Cantina 138 in Williamsburg received a Grade C from NYC DOHMH on its most recent inspection, scoring 40 points. The restaurant has 5 inspections on record since 2023, with this Grade C result being the only graded inspection to date.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
CANTINA 138 in Williamsburg: Full Inspection History (6 records)
GRADE Z
Apr 10, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 26
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or accepta...
Violations:
05D
Nov 19, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 54
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sew...
Mar 7, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduc...
Mar 7, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Score: 12
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Violations:
02G
GRADE C
Jul 21, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 40
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditio...
Jun 28, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 37
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food p...
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CANTINA 138 in Williamsburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was CANTINA 138 last inspected?
- CANTINA 138 was last inspected on April 10, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 26 points.
- What is CANTINA 138's current health grade?
- CANTINA 138 currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many health inspections has CANTINA 138 had?
- CANTINA 138 has 6 health inspections on record from June 2023 through April 2026. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at CANTINA 138?
- The worst inspection score recorded at CANTINA 138 was 54 points on November 19, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has CANTINA 138 ever received a Grade C?
- Yes. CANTINA 138 has received a Grade C on 1 inspection. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.