Mexican Grill

102-14 Roosevelt Avenue, Queens, NY 11368

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jun 11, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: B

Mexican Grill appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. On Jun 11, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from seven violations to five.

The most common issue across all inspections has been food contact surface not properly washed, showing up three times.

By comparison, the average Queens facility scores 75, putting Mexican Grill on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 11, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Jan 9, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 7 minor violations.

View 11 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

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)

19-06

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Nuisance created or allowed to exist. facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.

28-01

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

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

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

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

10E

Jan 30, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

02G

10B

10F

Nov 29, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 7 violations

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

06C

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mexican Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mexican Grill on file is from Jun 11, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mexican Grill?

Across the inspection record, food contact surface not properly washed has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mexican Grill.

How does Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Mexican Grill most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Mexican Grill means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Mexican Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mexican Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.

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