Maz Mezcal

316 East 86 Street, Manhattan, NY 10028
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 25, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Maz Mezcal appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. On Oct 25, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up three violations, compared to four violations previously.

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Manhattan restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 25, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
78
Apr 11, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
Mar 19, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 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
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
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
47

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Maz Mezcal last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Maz Mezcal on file is from Oct 25, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Maz Mezcal?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Maz Mezcal.

How does Maz Mezcal compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Maz Mezcal most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Maz Mezcal's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Maz Mezcal 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 Maz Mezcal 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 Maz Mezcal inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Maz Mezcal is inspected roughly once per year on average.