Bingo

189 West 231 Street, Bronx, NY 10463
American
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Bingo has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 7, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

Looking across the full record, “dishwashing and ware washing” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Bronx restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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.
10F
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
78
Jun 21, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
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.
05D
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
61
Jan 10, 2023
Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Re-inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
90
Jan 4, 2023
Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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.
05D
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bingo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bingo on file is from Jan 7, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bingo?

Across the inspection record, “dishwashing and ware washing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bingo.

How does Bingo compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Bingo most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Bronx average of 77.

Has Bingo's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Bingo inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bingo is inspected around two times per year on average.