El Fogon Kitchen

1368 Castle Hill Avenue, Bronx, NY 10462

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

The health department has logged five inspections at El Fogon Kitchen, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 23, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The most recent inspection turned up five violations, more than the four found previously.

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which El Fogon Kitchen's 58 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 23, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

04L

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

06E

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

02B

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

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

08A

Jan 12, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

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

Jan 14, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

06D

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

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

Nov 27, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

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

04A

10F

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

10G

Sep 27, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations.

View 4 violations

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

04A

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

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Fogon Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Fogon Kitchen on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Fogon Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Fogon Kitchen.

How does El Fogon Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

El Fogon Kitchen most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has El Fogon Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at El Fogon Kitchen have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about four per visit to around five more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

How often is El Fogon Kitchen inspected?

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

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