Hot Jalapeno

219 East 116 Street, Manhattan, NY 10029

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 17, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Hot Jalapeno appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 17, 2024. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at three versus four before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, showing up three times.

Among Manhattan restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 17, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

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

Apr 18, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

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

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

10F

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

08A

Jun 15, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hot Jalapeno last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hot Jalapeno on file is from Dec 17, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hot Jalapeno?

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 Hot Jalapeno.

How does Hot Jalapeno compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Hot Jalapeno most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Hot Jalapeno's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hot Jalapeno have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hot Jalapeno 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 Hot Jalapeno inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hot Jalapeno is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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