La Nortena

668 Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 8, 2025
47
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, La Nortena has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 8, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

La Nortena's latest score of 47 falls below the Brooklyn average of 77. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

3
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 8, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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, 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
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
47
May 29, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial 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
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
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
78
Jan 30, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry is worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
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
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Nortena last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Nortena on file is from Nov 8, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Nortena?

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 La Nortena.

How does La Nortena compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

La Nortena most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has La Nortena's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Nortena 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 Nortena 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 Nortena inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Nortena is inspected roughly once per year on average.