LA JEFA RESTAURANT in Mott Haven Port Morris

Latest: GRADE A Last inspected Sep 30, 2025
📍 237 WILLIS AVENUE, Bronx, NY 10454  ·  🍽️ Mexican
Overview

LA JEFA RESTAURANT in Mott Haven holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 10 points on its most recent inspection. The Bronx Mexican restaurant has received Grade A on both of its 2 inspections since 2023, with no emergency closures on record.

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Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
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Grade A Inspections

LA JEFA RESTAURANT in Mott Haven Port Morris: Full Inspection History (3 records)

GRADE A Sep 30, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 10
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility ...
Violations: 09C 10F 10B 10E
GRADE A Mar 19, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 10
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. Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Violations: 10F 06F
Jun 22, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 26
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses. 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 nec...
Violations: 06F 02G 10F 02H 06C
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LA JEFA RESTAURANT in Mott Haven Port Morris: Frequently Asked Questions

When was LA JEFA RESTAURANT last inspected?
LA JEFA RESTAURANT was last inspected on September 30, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 10 points.
What is LA JEFA RESTAURANT's current health grade?
LA JEFA RESTAURANT currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
How many health inspections has LA JEFA RESTAURANT had?
LA JEFA RESTAURANT has 3 health inspections on record from June 2023 through September 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
What was the worst inspection score at LA JEFA RESTAURANT?
The worst inspection score recorded at LA JEFA RESTAURANT was 26 points on June 22, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
Has LA JEFA RESTAURANT ever received a Grade C?
No. LA JEFA RESTAURANT has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.