RINCONCITO FAMILIAR MEXICAN CUISINE

GRADE P

Tuesday, April 5, 2022

Overview

RINCONCITO FAMILIAR MEXICAN CUISINE in Sunset Park (West) underwent a NYC health inspection on April 5, 2022 and scored 11 points. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
4118 5 AVENUE
Brooklyn, NY 11232
Cuisine
Mexican
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
9 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 10F

Non-food Contact Surfaces Not Clean

Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. Unacceptable material used. Non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

⚠️ Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty non-food surfaces harbor pests and bacteria. Employees touch these surfaces then food. Accumulation attracts roaches and rodents. Creates reservoir of contamination that spreads throughout facility.

📋 Code Requirements

Clean all non-food surfaces regularly: Walls, ceilings, floors daily in food areas, Equipment exteriors, Storage shelves, Light fixtures monthly. Seal cracks. Repair damaged surfaces. Maintain cleaning schedule. Assign responsibilities.

CDC Risk Factor: Environmental Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.23
⚠ CRITICAL 06C

Food not protected from contamination

Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Unprotected food exposed to bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and physical contaminants

📋 Code Requirements

Cover all food; store 6 inches off floor; protect from customer contamination; use sneeze guards

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.09
Inspector's Action:

Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.

View Facility Profile →

RINCONCITO FAMILIAR MEXICAN CUISINE — Inspection Questions

Did RINCONCITO FAMILIAR MEXICAN CUISINE pass their NYC health inspection on April 5, 2022?
RINCONCITO FAMILIAR MEXICAN CUISINE underwent inspection on April 5, 2022 with a score of 11 points. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did RINCONCITO FAMILIAR MEXICAN CUISINE have?
RINCONCITO FAMILIAR MEXICAN CUISINE 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 10F mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10F (Non-food Contact Surfaces Not Clean) is a minor violation. Non-food contact surfaces or equipment not kept clean, not properly sealed, or not properly maintained. INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty non-food surfaces harbor pests and bacteria. Employees touch these surfaces then food. Accumulation attracts roaches and rodents. Creates reservoir of contamination that spreads throughout facility.
What does violation code 06C mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 06C (Food not protected from contamination) is a critical violation. All food must be protected from contamination during storage, prep, display and service Unprotected food exposed to bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and physical contaminants