Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas

1457 Westchester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jul 11, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Jul 11, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.

“Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Bronx sits at 77, putting Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 11, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
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
86
Jun 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food containing a prohibited substance held, kept, offered, prepared, processed, packaged, or served.
04P
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food adulterated or misbranded. adulterated or misbranded food possessed, being manufactured, produced, packed, sold, offered for sale, delivered or given away
28-05
61
Jun 25, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
Mar 9, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas on file is from Jul 11, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas?

Across the inspection record, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas.

How does Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas 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 Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pikasso Empanadas Y Mas is inspected around two times per year on average.