Jimbo's Hamburger Place

690 Melrose Avenue, Bronx, NY 10455
American
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Jimbo's Hamburger Place has five inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jan 22, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

“Food contact surface not properly washed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Bronx restaurant, which scores around 77. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
74
Dec 9, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Harmful noxious gas or vapor detected. carbon monoxide (co) level exceeds nine (9) ppm
05B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
50
Aug 12, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
82
Dec 19, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
61
Mar 27, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jimbo's Hamburger Place last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jimbo's Hamburger Place on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jimbo's Hamburger Place?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jimbo's Hamburger Place.

How does Jimbo's Hamburger Place compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Jimbo's Hamburger Place most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Jimbo's Hamburger Place's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Jimbo's Hamburger Place have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Jimbo's Hamburger Place means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Jimbo's Hamburger Place inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jimbo's Hamburger Place is inspected around two times per year on average.