Adobo Mexican Grill

231-07 Merrick Boulevard, Queens, NY 11413
American
Last inspected: May 6, 2026
35
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. On May 6, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around nine violations per visit lately, up from roughly seven violations before.

Looking across the full record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Adobo Mexican Grill trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

2
Inspections
6
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 6, 2026
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
6 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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.
06C
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.
02H
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
35
Mar 23, 2026
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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.
06C
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
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
52

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Adobo Mexican Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Adobo Mexican Grill on file is from May 6, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Adobo Mexican Grill?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Adobo Mexican Grill.

How does Adobo Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Adobo Mexican Grill most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Adobo Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Adobo Mexican Grill have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Adobo Mexican Grill means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.