HOMEMADE TAQUERIA in Astoria (East) Woodside (North)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026
📍 45-09 34 AVENUE, Queens, NY 11101 ·
🍽️ Mexican
Overview
Homemade Taqueria in Astoria holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 12 points on its most recent inspection. Across 8 inspections since 2022, the restaurant has earned Grade A once, with 2 Grade B results and no emergency closures on record.
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Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
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Grade A Inspection
HOMEMADE TAQUERIA in Astoria (East) Woodside (North): Full Inspection History (8 records)
GRADE A
Mar 26, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 12
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Violations:
08C
Feb 10, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 24
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.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source o...
GRADE Z
Dec 4, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 47
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
Tobacco or elec...
Oct 20, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 28
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.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive ...
GRADE B
Aug 29, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 20
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 containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Anti-siphonage or back...
Jun 26, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 42
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
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...
Jun 26, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from...
GRADE B
Dec 6, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 17
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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 foo...
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HOMEMADE TAQUERIA in Astoria (East) Woodside (North): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was HOMEMADE TAQUERIA last inspected?
- HOMEMADE TAQUERIA was last inspected on March 26, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 12 points.
- What is HOMEMADE TAQUERIA's current health grade?
- HOMEMADE TAQUERIA currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has HOMEMADE TAQUERIA had?
- HOMEMADE TAQUERIA has 8 health inspections on record from December 2022 through March 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade B on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at HOMEMADE TAQUERIA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at HOMEMADE TAQUERIA was 47 points on December 4, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has HOMEMADE TAQUERIA ever received a Grade C?
- No. HOMEMADE TAQUERIA has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.