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Esse Taco

142 North 5 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211

Mexican North Side-South Side (929) 273-3346

Grade A · as of May 20, 2026

Esse Taco was last inspected on May 20, 2026 and scored 10 points (A range). Inspectors found 1 violation, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

May 20, 2026 · Cycle Inspection · Initial Inspection

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Score: 10 points (A range)

1 critical
  • CriticalFacility

    A hand-washing sink was missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

    Official wording (code 05D)

    No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

ABSep 24, 2024: 5524/09May 20, 2026: 101026/05
Inspection scores over time. Lower is better: 0–13 is an A, 14–27 a B, 28 or more a C.

Inspection history

2 inspections on record

  1. A 5 points (A range)

    Pre-permit (Operational) · Initial Inspection

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t properly washed and sanitized.

      Official wording (code 06D)

      Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

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Source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 6 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.