El Mil Sabores

695 9 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10036

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Sep 8, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at El Mil Sabores, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 8, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

Across the inspection history, “live roaches in facility's food or non-food area” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 8, 2025

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted

20-06

May 17, 2025

Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection

No violations found.

100

Dec 16, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

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Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

06D

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

08A

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

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

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

Jun 18, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

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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

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

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

10F

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

08A

10B

May 18, 2024

Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 1, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 minor violation.

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

10G

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Mil Sabores last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Mil Sabores on file is from Sep 8, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Mil Sabores?

Across the inspection record, “live roaches in facility's food or non-food area” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Mil Sabores.

How does El Mil Sabores compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

El Mil Sabores most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has El Mil Sabores' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Mil Sabores have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is El Mil Sabores inspected?

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

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