Chica & the Don

24 East 21 Street, Manhattan, NY 10010

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 30, 2025

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

The inspection history at Chica & the Don is still short, with only two visits logged. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 30, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

By comparison, the average Manhattan facility scores 77, putting Chica & the Don on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 30, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

Jun 12, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chica & the Don last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chica & the Don on file is from Dec 30, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Chica & the Don compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Chica & the Don most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Chica & the Don's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chica & the Don have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Chica & the Don means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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