Rancho Grande

4616 5 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11220

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jul 29, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Rancho Grande three times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Jul 29, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The latest visit found two violations, down from four violations the time before.

When inspectors have written things up, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Brooklyn restaurant scores 77. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 29, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

Mar 13, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

7 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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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

Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

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

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

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

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

06F

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

Aug 16, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rancho Grande last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rancho Grande on file is from Jul 29, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rancho Grande?

Across the inspection record, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rancho Grande.

How does Rancho Grande compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Rancho Grande most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Rancho Grande's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Rancho Grande have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rancho Grande 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 Rancho Grande inspected?

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

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