El Mariachi

218 West 116 Street, Manhattan, NY 10026
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jul 21, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, El Mariachi has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jul 21, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

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

El Mariachi's latest score of 90 sits above the Manhattan average of 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 21, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
90
Jun 23, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
55
Jan 30, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain time/temperature control for safety foods (tcs) at required temperatures
05F
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Mariachi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Mariachi on file is from Jul 21, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Mariachi?

Across the inspection record, “design, construction, materials used or maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Mariachi.

How does El Mariachi compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

El Mariachi most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has El Mariachi's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at El Mariachi have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Mariachi means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.