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Tex-Mex · Midtown-Times Square
TACO BELL CANTINA #036012 health grade & inspection history
976 6 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10018
13 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (May 20, 2025). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on May 20, 2025; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
May 20, 2025Inspection date
3Violations recorded
1Critical item
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 04HCritical violation
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- 08C
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- 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.
Score trend
TACO BELL CANTINA #036012 inspection history
4 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, 2025 | A | 13 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Apr 22, 2024 | A | 9 | 2 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Jun 26, 2023 | A | 12 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Jul 18, 2022 | A | 11 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Jul 18, 2022 | — | — | 2 | Calorie Posting / 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.
- 10FRecorded in 3 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.
- 10BRecorded in 2 inspections
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.
Official location
TACO BELL CANTINA #036012 on the map
Common questions
TACO BELL CANTINA #036012 inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for TACO BELL CANTINA #036012?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated May 20, 2025. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 13 violation points.
When was TACO BELL CANTINA #036012 last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated May 20, 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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