EL MEXICANO RESTAURANTE AND CAFE in Gravesend (West)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected May 22, 2025
📍 8609 BAY PARKWAY, Brooklyn, NY 11214 ·
🍽️ Mexican
Overview
El Mexicano Restaurante and Cafe in Gravesend holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 13 points on its most recent inspection. The restaurant has 5 inspections on record since 2022, including 1 Grade B result and no emergency closures.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
EL MEXICANO RESTAURANTE AND CAFE in Gravesend (West): Full Inspection History (5 records)
May 22, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
“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 ...
GRADE A
May 22, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Violations:
09C
May 13, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
GRADE B
Sep 27, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 21
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept cl...
Dec 15, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 27
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not...
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EL MEXICANO RESTAURANTE AND CAFE in Gravesend (West): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was EL MEXICANO RESTAURANTE AND CAFE last inspected?
- EL MEXICANO RESTAURANTE AND CAFE was last inspected on May 22, 2025 (Grade A).
- What is EL MEXICANO RESTAURANTE AND CAFE's current health grade?
- EL MEXICANO RESTAURANTE AND CAFE currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has EL MEXICANO RESTAURANTE AND CAFE had?
- EL MEXICANO RESTAURANTE AND CAFE has 5 health inspections on record from December 2022 through May 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade B on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at EL MEXICANO RESTAURANTE AND CAFE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at EL MEXICANO RESTAURANTE AND CAFE was 27 points on December 15, 2022. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has EL MEXICANO RESTAURANTE AND CAFE ever received a Grade C?
- No. EL MEXICANO RESTAURANTE AND CAFE has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.