Bucanos Restaurant

138-59 Queens Boulevard, Queens, NY 11435

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Sep 5, 2023

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: C

Across the available record, Bucanos Restaurant has four inspections on file, the first dated 2021. The most recent report on file is from Sep 5, 2023. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. The file hasn't been updated since Sep 5, 2023, so take the current picture with that in mind.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.

Across the inspection history, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average sits at 75, which Bucanos Restaurant's 50 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 5, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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

06D

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

04A

Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

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

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

Oct 31, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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

04A

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

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

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted

20-06

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Oct 28, 2021

Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

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

Oct 12, 2021

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 8 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

Food worker does not wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet, coughing, sneezing, smoking, eating, preparing raw foods or otherwise contaminating hands.

04D

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

02B

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

04L

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

10F

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

08A

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

08C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bucanos Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bucanos Restaurant on file is from Sep 5, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bucanos Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bucanos Restaurant.

How does Bucanos Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Bucanos Restaurant most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Bucanos Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Bucanos 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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