PICO DE GALLO BAR & KITCHEN

SCORE: 40 POINTS

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Overview

PICO DE GALLO BAR & KITCHEN in Upper West Side (Central) underwent a NYC health inspection on April 16, 2026 and scored 40 points. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
768 AMSTERDAM AVENUE
Manhattan, NY 10025
Cuisine
Mexican
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
3 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 08A

Facility Not Free from Harborage Conditions

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

⚠️ Why This Matters

PEST ATTRACTION: Harborage conditions support pest infestations. Gaps allow entry of rodents carrying 35+ diseases. Standing water breeds flies that spread 100+ pathogens. Clutter provides nesting for pests. Creates ongoing contamination risk.

📋 Code Requirements

Eliminate ALL harborage conditions: Seal cracks/holes (1/4 inch for mice, 1/2 inch for rats), Fix leaking pipes, Remove clutter/unused equipment, Eliminate standing water, Clean grease accumulation, Maintain 6 inches clearance from walls, Remove cardboard storage.

CDC Risk Factor: Environmental Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17
⚠ CRITICAL 02F

NYC Health Code Violation 02F

Meat, fish, molluscan shellfish, unpasteurized raw shell eggs, poultry or other TCS offered or served raw or undercooked and written notice not provided to consumer.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 02F 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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PICO DE GALLO BAR & KITCHEN — Inspection Questions

Did PICO DE GALLO BAR & KITCHEN pass their NYC health inspection on April 16, 2026?
PICO DE GALLO BAR & KITCHEN underwent inspection on April 16, 2026 with a score of 40 points. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did PICO DE GALLO BAR & KITCHEN have?
PICO DE GALLO BAR & KITCHEN 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 08A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 08A (Facility Not Free from Harborage Conditions) is a major violation. Conditions exist that attract or allow pests to harbor in establishment. PEST ATTRACTION: Harborage conditions support pest infestations. Gaps allow entry of rodents carrying 35+ diseases. Standing water breeds flies that spread 100+ pathogens. Clutter provides nesting for pests. Creates ongoing contamination risk.
What does violation code 02F mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 02F (NYC Health Code Violation 02F) 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 02F to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.