Empanadas Monumental

752 Allerton Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2022, Empanadas Monumental has four inspections in the public record. Empanadas Monumental was last inspected on Apr 20, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided”, showing up three times.

The city-wide average is 77, putting Empanadas Monumental squarely in typical territory. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
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
78
Aug 14, 2024
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
86
Jun 12, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
78
Jun 17, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
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
Cold food item held above 41º f (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºf) except during necessary preparation.
02G
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Empanadas Monumental last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Empanadas Monumental on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Empanadas Monumental?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Empanadas Monumental.

How does Empanadas Monumental compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Empanadas Monumental most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Bronx average of 77.

Has Empanadas Monumental's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Empanadas Monumental have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Empanadas Monumental 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 Empanadas Monumental inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Empanadas Monumental is inspected roughly once per year on average.