Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso Restaurant

3326 3 Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show four inspections at Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso Restaurant stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 14, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from four violations to three.

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to the broader Bronx restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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
Nov 28, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial 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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
78
Jun 5, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
58
Nov 7, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.
02H
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso Restaurant on file is from Apr 14, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso Restaurant.

How does Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Bronx average of 77.

Has Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso Restaurant have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso Restaurant 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 Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lechonera & Pollo Sabroso Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.