Deli Castillo De Hierro

173 West Burnside Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 10, 2025
64
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The most recent visit was on Oct 10, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

By comparison, the average Bronx facility scores 77, putting Deli Castillo De Hierro on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

2
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 10, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
3 critical violations.
View 3 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
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
64
May 28, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Workplace sfaa policy not prominently posted in workplace.
15-37
50

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Deli Castillo De Hierro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Deli Castillo De Hierro on file is from Oct 10, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Deli Castillo De Hierro?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Deli Castillo De Hierro.

How does Deli Castillo De Hierro compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Deli Castillo De Hierro most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Deli Castillo De Hierro's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Deli Castillo De Hierro have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Deli Castillo De Hierro means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.