EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT in Washington Heights (North)

⚠️ This facility has been closed 1 time by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE Z Last inspected Sep 3, 2025
📍 554 WEST 181 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10033  ·  🍽️ Latin American
Overview

El Jobito 181 Restaurant in Washington Heights has been closed by NYC DOHMH inspectors once since 2025. The restaurant currently holds a Grade Z designation with a score of 2 points across 3 inspections this year.

3
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
1
Closure

EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT in Washington Heights (North): Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT
Date Grade Score Type
Apr 15, 2025 CLOSED 99 Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT in Washington Heights (North): Full Inspection History (3 records)

Sep 3, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 27
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours. Food Protection...
Violations: 02B 02H 04A
GRADE Z Apr 18, 2025 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 2
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.
Violations: 10F
🚫 CLOSURE Apr 15, 2025 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 99
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Cond...
Violations: 08A 06C 09C 10G 20-08 04A 04N 05H 10E 05D 10F
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EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT in Washington Heights (North): Frequently Asked Questions

When was EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT last inspected?
EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT was last inspected on September 3, 2025 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 27 points.
What is EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT's current health grade?
EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT currently holds a Grade Z.
How many times has EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT been closed by NYC Health?
EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 1 time. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
How many health inspections has EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT had?
EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT has 3 health inspections on record from April 2025 through September 2025.
What was the worst inspection score at EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT?
The worst inspection score recorded at EL JOBITO 181 RESTAURANT was 99 points on April 15, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.