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Mexican · Williamsburg
ENSENADA BROOKLYN health grade & inspection history
168 BORINQUEN PLACE, Brooklyn, NY 11211
17 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: B (Jun 18, 2025). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Jun 18, 2025; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Jun 18, 2025Inspection date
3Violations recorded
1Critical item
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 02GCritical violation
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
- 10F
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- 10G
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Score trend
ENSENADA BROOKLYN inspection history
18 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2025 | B | 17 | 3 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection |
| Apr 30, 2025 | — | 35 | 7 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection |
| Apr 30, 2025 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 02GRecorded in 2 inspections
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
- 10FRecorded in 2 inspections
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- 10GRecorded in 2 inspections
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Official location
ENSENADA BROOKLYN on the map
Common questions
ENSENADA BROOKLYN inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for ENSENADA BROOKLYN?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is B, dated Jun 18, 2025. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 17 violation points.
When was ENSENADA BROOKLYN last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Jun 18, 2025.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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