La Masa

2542 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited La Masa three times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 18, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The city-wide average for Bronx sits at 77, putting La Masa on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled do not use
09A
90
Nov 4, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
70
Aug 1, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Masa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Masa on file is from Feb 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does La Masa compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

La Masa most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has La Masa's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Masa have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Masa 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 La Masa inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Masa is inspected around two times per year on average.