LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS in Bronx

Latest: GRADE Z Last inspected Jan 30, 2026
📍 15221524 WESTCHESTER AVENUE, Bronx, NY  ·  🍽️ Latin American
Overview

LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS in the Bronx currently holds a Grade Z from NYC DOHMH, with an inspection score of 25 points. Across 10 inspections since 2022, the restaurant has received 1 Grade A and 2 Grade C results, with no emergency closures on record.

10
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection

LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS in Bronx: Full Inspection History (10 records)

GRADE Z Jan 30, 2026 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 25
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.
Violations: 06C
Jan 16, 2026 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
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. Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Violations: 10F 02B
GRADE A Jan 24, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Violations: 02B 06D
Jan 29, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
Score: 20
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. Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination du...
Violations: 10F 06C 02B 06D
GRADE C Dec 26, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 51
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. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable materia...
Violations: 10B 10F 02B 04H 06C 05H
Dec 8, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 58
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable...
Violations: 04H 04L 05H 19-06 08A 02B
Dec 8, 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) Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Violations: 19-06 02B
May 17, 2023 — Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
GRADE C Sep 12, 2022 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 31
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential...
Violations: 06D 08A 06C 04L 02B 10B 04M
Mar 10, 2022 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 26
Hot food item not held at or above 140º F. Food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal product temperature is reduced from 140º F to 70º F or less within 2 hours, and from 70º F to 41º F or less within 4 additional hours. Cold food item held above 41º F (smoked fish and reduced...
Violations: 02B 02H 02G 06D
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LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS in Bronx: Frequently Asked Questions

When was LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS last inspected?
LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS was last inspected on January 30, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 25 points.
What is LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS's current health grade?
LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS currently holds a Grade Z.
How many health inspections has LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS had?
LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS has 10 health inspections on record from March 2022 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade C on 2 occasions.
What was the worst inspection score at LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS?
The worst inspection score recorded at LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS was 58 points on December 8, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
Has LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS ever received a Grade C?
Yes. LA ISLA CUCHIFRITOS has received a Grade C on 2 inspections. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.