Lechonera Y Pollo Sabroso Restaurant

850 Gerard Avenue, Bronx, NY 10451
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show four inspections at Lechonera Y Pollo Sabroso Restaurant stretching back to 2022. Lechonera Y Pollo Sabroso Restaurant was last inspected on Feb 10, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to the broader Bronx restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-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
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
82
Jul 15, 2024
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 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
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
20-08
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
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
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
61
Apr 21, 2023
Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability
19-10
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
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
20-08
70
Aug 10, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
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
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
61

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lechonera Y Pollo Sabroso Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lechonera Y Pollo Sabroso Restaurant on file is from Feb 10, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

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

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 Lechonera Y Pollo Sabroso Restaurant.

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

Lechonera Y Pollo Sabroso Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

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

Yes. Recent inspections at Lechonera Y Pollo Sabroso Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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