Mexicociana

503 Jackson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10455
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 10, 2025
70
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Mexicociana has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Mexicociana was last inspected on Nov 10, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Bronx restaurant, which scores around 77. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
Aug 28, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Reopening 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
Aug 26, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
50
Jun 9, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 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
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
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
64
Mar 4, 2024
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
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
78
Apr 6, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mexicociana last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mexicociana on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mexicociana?

Across the inspection record, “live roaches in facility's food or non-food area” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mexicociana.

How does Mexicociana compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Mexicociana most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Mexicociana's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Mexicociana 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 Mexicociana inspected?

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