Home› NYC› Bronx› Mama Tala Restaurant

Mama Tala Restaurant

582 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10451
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Mama Tala Restaurant four times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Nov 5, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” 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
Nov 5, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
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
Sep 26, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
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
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
55
Jun 27, 2024
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
20-08
86
Mar 29, 2023
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled do not use
09A
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mama Tala Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mama Tala Restaurant on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mama Tala 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 Mama Tala Restaurant.

How does Mama Tala Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Mama Tala Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Bronx average of 77.

Has Mama Tala Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mama Tala Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mama Tala 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 Mama Tala Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mama Tala Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants
Carvel
560 Morris Avenue
Score: 90 — Low Risk
Dunkin',' Baskin Robbins
274 East 149 Street
Score: 82 — Low Risk
La Isla Restaurant
276B E 149Th St
Score: 82 — Low Risk
Explore More
→ All locations in Bronx → Mexican / Latin restaurants in NYC → Mexican / Latin restaurants in Bronx
forkgrade — Public health inspection data for food establishments across the US
About Methodology Privacy Policy