ENSENADA BROOKLYN in Williamsburg

Latest: GRADE Z Last inspected Jun 18, 2025
📍 168 BORINQUEN PLACE, Brooklyn, NY 11211  ·  🍽️ Mexican  ·  🚇 Bedford Avenue, Lorimer Street, Marcy Avenue
Overview

Ensenada Brooklyn in Williamsburg currently holds a Grade Z from NYC DOHMH, pending a re-inspection after scoring 17 points on its most recent visit in 2025. The restaurant has 3 inspections on record, all from the current year, with no emergency closures documented.

3
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade

ENSENADA BROOKLYN in Williamsburg: Full Inspection History (3 records)

GRADE Z Jun 18, 2025 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 17
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. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable mate...
Violations: 02G 10F 10G
Apr 30, 2025 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 35
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink. 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. Equipment used for ROP n...
Violations: 09E 10F 28-04 02G 10G 05D 10D 06A
Apr 30, 2025 — Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Equipment used for ROP not approved by the Department Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Violations: 28-04 10G
Browse Related
🏙️ Brooklyn 📍 Williamsburg 🍽️ Mexican 🚇 Bedford Avenue 🚇 Lorimer Street 🚇 Marcy Avenue

ENSENADA BROOKLYN in Williamsburg: Frequently Asked Questions

When was ENSENADA BROOKLYN last inspected?
ENSENADA BROOKLYN was last inspected on June 18, 2025 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 17 points.
What is ENSENADA BROOKLYN's current health grade?
ENSENADA BROOKLYN currently holds a Grade Z.
How many health inspections has ENSENADA BROOKLYN had?
ENSENADA BROOKLYN has 3 health inspections on record from April 2025 through June 2025.
What was the worst inspection score at ENSENADA BROOKLYN?
The worst inspection score recorded at ENSENADA BROOKLYN was 35 points on April 30, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
Has ENSENADA BROOKLYN ever received a Grade C?
No. ENSENADA BROOKLYN has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.