La Mesa del Rey
1712 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453
Latin American University Heights-Morris Heights (813) 842-9385
Not yet graded
La Mesa del Rey was last inspected on September 16, 2026 and scored 22 points (B range). Inspectors found 4 violations, 3 of them critical.
Latest inspection
September 16, 2026 · Cycle Inspection · Initial Inspection
Score: 22 points (B range)
3 critical1 general-
CriticalFacility
A harmful gas or vapor was detected.
Official wording (code 05B)
Harmful noxious gas or vapor detected. Carbon Monoxide (CO) level exceeds nine (9) ppm
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Wiping cloths were dirty or not kept in sanitizing solution.
Official wording (code 06F)
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
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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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GeneralFood handling
Food-contact surfaces were in poor repair.
Official wording (code 09C)
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Inspection history
2 inspections on record
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8 8 points (A range)
Pre-permit (Non-operational) · Initial Inspection
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Food or supplies weren’t protected from contamination during storage, prep, or service.
Official wording (code 06C)
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing was missing protection against backflow, or floors didn’t drain properly.
Official wording (code 10B)
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
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Source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 7 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.