Speedy Tacos and Chicken

240 West 238 Street, Bronx, NY 10463

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Speedy Tacos and Chicken has been inspected three times since 2025. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 16, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

The pattern that stands out is food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average for Bronx sits at 77, putting Speedy Tacos and Chicken on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 16, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

Jun 2, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.

03A

10F

Apr 22, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

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

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 protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Speedy Tacos and Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Speedy Tacos and Chicken on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Speedy Tacos and Chicken?

Across the inspection record, food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Speedy Tacos and Chicken.

How does Speedy Tacos and Chicken compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Speedy Tacos and Chicken most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Speedy Tacos and Chicken's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Speedy Tacos and Chicken 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 Speedy Tacos and Chicken means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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