LA PATRONA

GRADE A

Monday, September 20, 2021

Overview

LA PATRONA in Longwood received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on September 20, 2021, scoring 7 points. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
558 SOUTHERN BOULEVARD
Bronx, NY 10455
Cuisine
Mexican
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
7 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 09C

Food contact surface improperly constructed

Food contact surface not properly 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
⚠ CRITICAL 22G

NYC Health Code Violation 22G

Sale or use of certain expanded polystyrene items restricted

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 22G to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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LA PATRONA — Inspection Questions

Did LA PATRONA pass their NYC health inspection on September 20, 2021?
LA PATRONA passed with an A grade on September 20, 2021 with a score of 7 points. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did LA PATRONA have?
LA PATRONA had 2 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
What does violation code 22G mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 22G (NYC Health Code Violation 22G) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 22G to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.