EL TAMALITO in Mott Haven Port Morris
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Jan 7, 2026
📍 531 EAST 138 STREET, Bronx, NY 10454 ·
🍽️ Mexican
Overview
El Tamalito in Mott Haven holds a Grade Z from NYC DOHMH, scoring 16 points on its most recent inspection. Across 6 inspections since 2022, the restaurant has received Grade A twice and Grade B once, with no emergency closures on record.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
EL TAMALITO in Mott Haven Port Morris: Full Inspection History (6 records)
GRADE Z
Jan 7, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 16
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Violations:
04L
Nov 25, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 72
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.
Food, supplies, or...
Nov 25, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“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.
Violations:
20-04
GRADE A
Jul 29, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 11
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.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable mate...
GRADE A
Feb 9, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / 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.
After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method...
GRADE B
Jan 31, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 26
Facility not vermin proof. Harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Evidence of mice or live mice present in f...
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EL TAMALITO in Mott Haven Port Morris: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was EL TAMALITO last inspected?
- EL TAMALITO was last inspected on January 7, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 16 points.
- What is EL TAMALITO's current health grade?
- EL TAMALITO currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many health inspections has EL TAMALITO had?
- EL TAMALITO has 6 health inspections on record from January 2022 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions. Grade B on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at EL TAMALITO?
- The worst inspection score recorded at EL TAMALITO was 72 points on November 25, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has EL TAMALITO ever received a Grade C?
- No. EL TAMALITO has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.