La Cueva (Entrance on Dock Street)

691 Bay Street, Staten Island, NY 10304

American

Last inspected: Jun 27, 2019

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: C

Inspectors have visited La Cueva (Entrance on Dock Street) three times, with records going back to 2017. On Jun 27, 2019, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about. La Cueva (Entrance on Dock Street)'s record stops at Jun 27, 2019, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to seven violations.

The pattern that stands out is “facility not vermin proof”, which has been cited two times.

La Cueva (Entrance on Dock Street)'s latest score of 39 falls below the Staten Island average of 75. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 27, 2019

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

6 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 7 violations

Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

Wiping cloths soiled or not stored in sanitizing solution.

06F

Cold food item held above 41º f (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºf) except during necessary preparation.

02G

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

06D

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage-associated (frsa) flies present in facility’s food and/or non-food areas. filth flies include house flies, little house flies, blow flies, bottle flies and flesh flies. food/refuse/sewage-associated flies include fruit flies, drain flies and phorid flies.

04N

Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

04L

Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.

08A

Mar 23, 2018

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations.

View 4 violations

Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.

05D

Food worker does not use proper utensil to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.

04C

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

04A

Mar 13, 2017

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Evidence of rats or live rats present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

04K

Insufficient or no refrigerated or hot holding equipment to keep potentially hazardous foods at required temperatures.

05F

Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.

08A

Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.

10B

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Cueva (Entrance on Dock Street) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Cueva (Entrance on Dock Street) on file is from Jun 27, 2019. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Cueva (Entrance on Dock Street)?

Across the inspection record, “facility not vermin proof” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Cueva (Entrance on Dock Street).

How does La Cueva (Entrance on Dock Street) compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

La Cueva (Entrance on Dock Street) most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has La Cueva (Entrance on Dock Street)'s inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Cueva (Entrance on Dock Street) have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Cueva (Entrance on Dock Street) 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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