Don Sazon Restaurant

1048 Woodycrest Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025
50
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, Don Sazon Restaurant has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Don Sazon Restaurant was last inspected on Nov 17, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

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

“Design, construction, materials used or maintenance” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

By comparison, the average Bronx facility scores 77, putting Don Sazon Restaurant on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

3
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 17, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
50
Mar 12, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
82
May 15, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Don Sazon Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Don Sazon Restaurant on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Don Sazon Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “design, construction, materials used or maintenance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Don Sazon Restaurant.

How does Don Sazon Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Don Sazon Restaurant most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Don Sazon Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Don Sazon 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.

How often is Don Sazon Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Don Sazon Restaurant is inspected roughly once per year on average.