Estrellita Mixteca

1813A Westchester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Sep 30, 2024
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2022, Estrellita Mixteca has three inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 30, 2024. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Estrellita Mixteca scores about where you'd expect for a Bronx restaurant. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 30, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
78
Apr 10, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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
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
70
Jul 7, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Estrellita Mixteca last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Estrellita Mixteca on file is from Sep 30, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Estrellita Mixteca?

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 Estrellita Mixteca.

How does Estrellita Mixteca compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

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

Has Estrellita Mixteca's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Estrellita Mixteca 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 Estrellita Mixteca inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Estrellita Mixteca is inspected roughly once per year on average.