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La Isla Cuchifritos

15221524 Westchester Avenue, Bronx, NY
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
50
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: B

Going back to 2023, La Isla Cuchifritos has seven inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 30, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F”, showing up five times.

Restaurants in Bronx average 77, so La Isla Cuchifritos trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

7
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
50
Jan 16, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 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
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
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
64
Jan 24, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
74
Jan 29, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
61
Dec 26, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
05H
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
Dec 8, 2023
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
05H
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)
19-06
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
50
May 17, 2023
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Isla Cuchifritos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Isla Cuchifritos on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Isla Cuchifritos?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at La Isla Cuchifritos.

How does La Isla Cuchifritos compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

La Isla Cuchifritos most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has La Isla Cuchifritos' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Isla Cuchifritos have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Isla Cuchifritos 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.

How often is La Isla Cuchifritos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Isla Cuchifritos is inspected around three times per year on average.

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