EL RANCHO BURRITOS

GRADE A

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Overview

EL RANCHO BURRITOS in Hell's Kitchen received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on September 10, 2025, scoring 2 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
359 WEST 45 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10036
Cuisine
Tex-Mex
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
4 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 09C

Food contact surface improperly constructed

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Improper surfaces harbor bacteria in cracks and cannot be properly sanitized

📋 Code Requirements

Use stainless steel, approved plastics; no wood except cutting boards; smooth, intact surfaces

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.21
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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EL RANCHO BURRITOS — Inspection Questions

Did EL RANCHO BURRITOS pass their NYC health inspection on September 10, 2025?
EL RANCHO BURRITOS passed with an A grade on September 10, 2025 with a score of 2 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did EL RANCHO BURRITOS have?
EL RANCHO BURRITOS had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 09C mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 09C (Food contact surface improperly constructed) is a major violation. Food contact surfaces must be smooth, non-porous, and easily cleanable Improper surfaces harbor bacteria in cracks and cannot be properly sanitized