LA PRINCESA DEL RODEO

Saturday, October 30, 2021

Overview

LA PRINCESA DEL RODEO in Soundview Bruckner Bronx River underwent a NYC health inspection on October 30, 2021. The inspection found 2 violations, including 1 critical.

Address
1177B WHEELER AVENUE
Bronx, NY 10472
Cuisine
Mexican
Inspection Type
Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
8 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

• MAJOR 15E2

Flavored tobacco products sold or offered for sale Food Protection Certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

Flavored tobacco products sold or offered for sale

⚠️ Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. Flavored tobacco products sold or offere violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.

📋 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.

⚠ CRITICAL 04M

Live Roaches Present in Facility

Live roaches present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

⚠️ Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Roaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms, 7 human pathogens. Travel from sewers/garbage to food surfaces. Spread Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus. Trigger severe asthma and allergies. One roach = likely infestation of hundreds.

📋 Code Requirements

Immediate elimination required: Professional extermination ASAP, Find and eliminate water sources (roaches need water daily), Seal all cracks/crevices, Deep clean with degreaser, Remove cardboard/clutter, Apply gel baits in non-food areas, Follow-up treatment in 2 weeks.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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LA PRINCESA DEL RODEO — Inspection Questions

Did LA PRINCESA DEL RODEO pass their NYC health inspection on October 30, 2021?
LA PRINCESA DEL RODEO underwent inspection on October 30, 2021. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did LA PRINCESA DEL RODEO have?
LA PRINCESA DEL RODEO 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 15E2 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 15E2 (Flavored tobacco products sold or offered for sale Food Protection Certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.) is a major violation. Flavored tobacco products sold or offered for sale Food Protection Certificate not held by supervisor of food operations. CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. Flavored tobacco products sold or offere violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.
What does violation code 04M mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04M (Live Roaches Present in Facility) is a critical violation. Live cockroaches observed in food or non-food areas of establishment. DISEASE VECTORS: Roaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms, 7 human pathogens. Travel from sewers/garbage to food surfaces. Spread Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus. Trigger severe asthma and allergies. One roach = likely infestation of hundreds.