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El Nuevo Valle Iii

268 East 167 Street, Bronx, NY 10456
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 16, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2022, El Nuevo Valle Iii has six inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 16, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, which has been cited four times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Bronx restaurant scores 77. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 16, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
82
Jun 3, 2024
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
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
61
Feb 22, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
10A
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
64
Dec 22, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
82
Mar 1, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical 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
Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.
02B
Hot food item that has been cooked and refrigerated is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º f or above within 2 hours.
02C
Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.
05D
55
Jan 3, 2022
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food contact surface not properly maintained.
09C
“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.
20D
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Nuevo Valle Iii last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Nuevo Valle Iii on file is from Dec 16, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Nuevo Valle Iii?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at El Nuevo Valle Iii.

How does El Nuevo Valle Iii compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

El Nuevo Valle Iii most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has El Nuevo Valle Iii's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Nuevo Valle Iii have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Nuevo Valle Iii 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 Nuevo Valle Iii inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Nuevo Valle Iii is inspected around two times per year on average.

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