LA IGUANA in Mott Haven Port Morris
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Apr 23, 2025
📍 440 EAST 138 STREET, Bronx, NY 10454 ·
🍽️ American
Overview
La Iguana in Mott Haven, Bronx holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH with a score of 13 points. Across 6 inspections since 2023, the restaurant has received one Grade A and one Grade C, with no emergency closures on record.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
LA IGUANA in Mott Haven Port Morris: Full Inspection History (6 records)
GRADE A
Apr 23, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not k...
GRADE C
Nov 25, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 42
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Hot TCS food item ...
Nov 25, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and en...
Apr 9, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
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.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies ...
Dec 1, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 26
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
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 liqu...
Dec 1, 2023
— 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)
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
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LA IGUANA in Mott Haven Port Morris: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was LA IGUANA last inspected?
- LA IGUANA was last inspected on April 23, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 13 points.
- What is LA IGUANA's current health grade?
- LA IGUANA currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has LA IGUANA had?
- LA IGUANA has 6 health inspections on record from December 2023 through April 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at LA IGUANA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at LA IGUANA was 42 points on November 25, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has LA IGUANA ever received a Grade C?
- Yes. LA IGUANA has received a Grade C on 1 inspection. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.