Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal

1569 Castleton Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10302

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 23, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal has been inspected three times since 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 23, 2024. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

The pattern that stands out is evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food, which has been cited two times.

Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal's latest score of 82 sits above the Staten Island average of 75. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 23, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

Oct 18, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

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Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

05H

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

May 18, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal on file is from Dec 23, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal?

Across the inspection record, evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal.

How does Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal 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 Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Eva's Taqueria Lindo Cafetal is inspected around two times per year on average.

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