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Mexican · Williamsburg
ESSE TACO health grade & inspection history
142 NORTH 5 STREET, Brooklyn, NY 11211
10 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (May 20, 2026). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on May 20, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
May 20, 2026Inspection date
1Violation recorded
1Critical item
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 05DCritical violation
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.
Score trend
ESSE TACO inspection history
5 more 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2026 | A | 10 | 1 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Sep 24, 2024 | A | 5 | 1 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection |
Official location
ESSE TACO on the map
Common questions
ESSE TACO inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for ESSE TACO?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated May 20, 2026. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 10 violation points.
When was ESSE TACO last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated May 20, 2026.
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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