Havana Tacos

210 Nagle Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10034

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Havana Tacos has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 13, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around nine violations lately compared to roughly five violations before.

That's lower than the typical Manhattan restaurant, which scores around 77. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 13, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 6 minor violations.

View 9 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

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)

19-06

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

09E

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

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

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

“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.

20-04

Dec 6, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

04K

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Smoking or electronic cigarette use allowed in prohibited area

15-01

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Havana Tacos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Havana Tacos on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Havana Tacos compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Havana Tacos most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Havana Tacos' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Havana Tacos have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Havana Tacos 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.

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