Los 3 Potrillos

97-17 37 Avenue, Queens, NY 11368
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: May 19, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Los 3 Potrillos appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2022. Los 3 Potrillos was last inspected on May 19, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Performance has remained roughly level inspection to inspection, near two violations each time.

Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, this is about average. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 19, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
74
Jan 8, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 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
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
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
74
Oct 25, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
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
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Los 3 Potrillos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Los 3 Potrillos on file is from May 19, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Los 3 Potrillos compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Los 3 Potrillos most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Queens average of 75.

Has Los 3 Potrillos's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Los 3 Potrillos have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Los 3 Potrillos means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Los 3 Potrillos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Los 3 Potrillos is inspected roughly once per year on average.