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Viva Cafe 2 Mexican Restaurant

2018 3 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029

Mexican East Harlem South (347) 484-1172

Not yet graded

Viva Cafe 2 Mexican Restaurant was last inspected on August 3, 2026 and scored 25 points (B range). Inspectors found 4 violations, 2 of them critical.

Latest inspection

August 3, 2026 · Pre-permit (Non-operational) · Initial Inspection

25

Score: 25 points (B range)

2 critical2 general
  • 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.

  • CriticalFacility

    Food-contact equipment or containers were made of unsuitable material or badly maintained.

    Official wording (code 05C)

    Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. Unacceptable material used. Culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Non-food surfaces or equipment were poorly built or maintained.

    Official wording (code 10G)

    Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

  • 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.

Source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 3 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.