Leticias Restaurant

40-32 National Street, Queens, NY 11368

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 26, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Leticias Restaurant, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 26, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: five violations last time, two this time.

The pattern that stands out is non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, which has been cited three times.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; Leticias Restaurant is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 26, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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

Oct 2, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 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

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

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

10F

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Feb 13, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

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

Jan 24, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 2 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

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Food contact surface not properly maintained.

09C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Leticias Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Leticias Restaurant on file is from Dec 26, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Leticias 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 Leticias Restaurant.

How does Leticias Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Leticias Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Leticias Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Leticias Restaurant have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Leticias 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 Leticias Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Leticias Restaurant is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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