Mole Cantina Mexicana

1735 2 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10128
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Mole Cantina Mexicana has three inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 18, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Mole Cantina Mexicana's latest score is in line with the Manhattan average of 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
78
Nov 13, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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
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
70
Apr 11, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 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
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
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mole Cantina Mexicana last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mole Cantina Mexicana on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mole Cantina Mexicana?

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 Mole Cantina Mexicana.

How does Mole Cantina Mexicana compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Mole Cantina Mexicana most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Mole Cantina Mexicana's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mole Cantina Mexicana have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mole Cantina Mexicana 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 Mole Cantina Mexicana inspected?

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