Sidewalk Tacos

2163 2 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Sidewalk Tacos appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. On Nov 20, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level inspection to inspection, near two violations each time.

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 20, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
Food adulterated or misbranded. adulterated or misbranded food possessed, being manufactured, produced, packed, sold, offered for sale, delivered or given away
28-05
82
Jul 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial 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
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
78
Apr 11, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sidewalk Tacos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sidewalk Tacos on file is from Nov 20, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sidewalk Tacos?

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

How does Sidewalk Tacos compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sidewalk Tacos most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sidewalk Tacos's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Sidewalk Tacos have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sidewalk Tacos 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 Sidewalk Tacos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sidewalk Tacos is inspected roughly once per year on average.