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El Paso Mexican Restaurant

123 East 110 Street, Manhattan, NY 10029
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025
41
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show four inspections at El Paso Mexican Restaurant stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Nov 19, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The last inspection found eight violations, up from six the time before.

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so El Paso Mexican Restaurant trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

4
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 19, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
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
41
Aug 20, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
86
Jun 6, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
05H
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
37
Nov 21, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Paso Mexican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Paso Mexican Restaurant on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Paso Mexican Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited three times, more than any other issue at El Paso Mexican Restaurant.

How does El Paso Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

El Paso Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has El Paso Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at El Paso Mexican Restaurant have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about six per visit to around eight more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at El Paso Mexican Restaurant means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is El Paso Mexican Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Paso Mexican Restaurant is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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