Barcelo Restaurant

55-33 Myrtle Avenue, Queens, NY 11385

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Aug 23, 2018

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Barcelo Restaurant appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2017. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 23, 2018. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones. Public records show no inspections at Barcelo Restaurant since Aug 23, 2018, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around nine violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.

“Food not protected from potential source of contamination” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Barcelo Restaurant trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 23, 2018

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 9 violations

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

06D

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage-associated (frsa) flies present in facility’s food and/or non-food areas. filth flies include house flies, little house flies, blow flies, bottle flies and flesh flies. food/refuse/sewage-associated flies include fruit flies, drain flies and phorid flies.

04N

Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

04L

Personal cleanliness inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared.

06A

Cold food item held above 41º f (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºf) except during necessary preparation.

02G

Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.

02B

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

08C

Food contact surface not properly maintained.

09C

Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.

08A

Mar 28, 2018

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations.

View 2 violations

Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.

02B

Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

Mar 21, 2018

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal product temperature is reduced from 140º f to 70º f or less within 2 hours, and from 70º f to 41º f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

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

06D

Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.

10B

Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Food contact surface not properly maintained.

09C

Nov 30, 2017

Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

Bulb not shielded or shatterproof, in areas where there is extreme heat, temperature changes, or where accidental contact may occur.

22C

Workplace sfaa policy not prominently posted in workplace

15F6

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Barcelo Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Barcelo Restaurant on file is from Aug 23, 2018. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Barcelo Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food not protected from potential source of contamination” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Barcelo Restaurant.

How does Barcelo Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Barcelo Restaurant most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Barcelo Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Barcelo Restaurant have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Barcelo Restaurant 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.

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