DELI EL CHAPINCITO in Murray Hill Kips Bay
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026
📍 168 LEXINGTON AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10016 ·
🍽️ Latin American
Overview
Deli El Chapincito in Murray Hill received a Grade Z from NYC DOHMH, indicating the restaurant is not currently operating or has not yet received a valid grade following its most recent inspection. The restaurant has 6 inspections on record since 2024, including 1 Grade B result, with no emergency closures documented.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
DELI EL CHAPINCITO in Murray Hill Kips Bay: Full Inspection History (6 records)
Mar 26, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Violations:
20-06
GRADE Z
Feb 13, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 30
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
Jan 30, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 57
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
GRADE B
Nov 25, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 27
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
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...
Oct 17, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
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 conta...
Oct 17, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 71
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.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
DELI EL CHAPINCITO in Murray Hill Kips Bay: News Coverage (1)
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DELI EL CHAPINCITO in Murray Hill Kips Bay: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was DELI EL CHAPINCITO last inspected?
- DELI EL CHAPINCITO was last inspected on March 26, 2026 (Grade Z).
- What is DELI EL CHAPINCITO's current health grade?
- DELI EL CHAPINCITO currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many health inspections has DELI EL CHAPINCITO had?
- DELI EL CHAPINCITO has 6 health inspections on record from October 2024 through March 2026. Grade B on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at DELI EL CHAPINCITO?
- The worst inspection score recorded at DELI EL CHAPINCITO was 71 points on October 17, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has DELI EL CHAPINCITO ever received a Grade C?
- No. DELI EL CHAPINCITO has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.