Acapulco

43-20 31 Avenue, Queens, NY 11103

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 27, 2023

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2021, Acapulco has three inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 27, 2023. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Acapulco's record stops at Oct 27, 2023, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Acapulco is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 27, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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.

10B

Failure to make a good faith effort to inform smokers or electronic cigarette users of smoke-free air act ("sfaa") prohibitions

15-42

Feb 18, 2022

Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection

No violations found.

100

Dec 16, 2021

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.

05D

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Flavored tobacco products sold or offered for sale

15E2

Pesticide use not in accordance with label or applicable laws. prohibited chemical used/stored. open bait station used.

08C

Current letter grade sign not posted.

20F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Acapulco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Acapulco on file is from Oct 27, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Acapulco compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Acapulco most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Acapulco's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Acapulco have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Acapulco means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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