PLANET TACO in Hell's Kitchen
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026
📍 705 9 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10019 ·
🍽️ Mexican
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🚇 Times Square-42nd Street
Overview
Planet Taco in Hell's Kitchen currently holds a Grade Z designation from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 22 points. The restaurant has 7 inspections on record between 2024 and 2026, including 1 Grade B and 1 Grade C result, with no emergency closures documented.
7
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
PLANET TACO in Hell's Kitchen: Full Inspection History (7 records)
GRADE Z
Mar 26, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 22
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.
Violations:
02G
Feb 17, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Violations:
02B
GRADE B
Sep 15, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 26
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...
May 17, 2025
— Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Score: 0
Apr 15, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
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.
Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting...
GRADE C
Oct 29, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 30
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.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided wher...
Feb 8, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
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...
PLANET TACO in Hell's Kitchen: News Coverage (1)
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PLANET TACO in Hell's Kitchen: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was PLANET TACO last inspected?
- PLANET TACO was last inspected on March 26, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 22 points.
- What is PLANET TACO's current health grade?
- PLANET TACO currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many health inspections has PLANET TACO had?
- PLANET TACO has 7 health inspections on record from February 2024 through March 2026. Grade B on 1 occasion. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at PLANET TACO?
- The worst inspection score recorded at PLANET TACO was 31 points on February 17, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has PLANET TACO ever received a Grade C?
- Yes. PLANET TACO has received a Grade C on 1 inspection. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.