El Mitote

208 Columbus Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10023
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Aug 20, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 20, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: three violations last time, two this time.

Food contact surface not properly washed comes up most often, recorded one time in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so El Mitote is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 20, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
82
Dec 4, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Failure to maintain a sufficient supply of single-use, non-compostable plastic straws.
19-07
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Mitote last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Mitote on file is from Aug 20, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Mitote?

Across the inspection record, food contact surface not properly washed has been cited one time, more than any other issue at El Mitote.

How does El Mitote compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

El Mitote most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has El Mitote's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at El Mitote have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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