Rinconcito Serie 56 Restaurant

1650 Saint Nicholas Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10040

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jul 7, 2025

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Rinconcito Serie 56 Restaurant has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 7, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up six violations, compared to seven violations previously.

When inspectors have written things up, sanitized equipment or utensil has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Rinconcito Serie 56 Restaurant's 55 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 7, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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

06F

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

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

Apr 28, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 7 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

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

06D

Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. unacceptable material used. culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.

05C

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

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rinconcito Serie 56 Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rinconcito Serie 56 Restaurant on file is from Jul 7, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rinconcito Serie 56 Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, sanitized equipment or utensil has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rinconcito Serie 56 Restaurant.

How does Rinconcito Serie 56 Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Rinconcito Serie 56 Restaurant most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Rinconcito Serie 56 Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Rinconcito Serie 56 Restaurant have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around six violations compared to about seven previously.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Rinconcito Serie 56 Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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