Tacos El Coyote Restaurant

1320A Jerome Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: May 13, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Tacos El Coyote Restaurant three times, with records going back to 2023. On May 13, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: six violations last time, one this time.

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper comes up most often, recorded one time in the inspection record.

Tacos El Coyote Restaurant's latest score of 95 sits above the Bronx average of 77. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 13, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

Jan 9, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

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

06D

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

06F

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

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

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

Dec 13, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

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

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

04M

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

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

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos El Coyote Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos El Coyote Restaurant on file is from May 13, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tacos El Coyote Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Tacos El Coyote Restaurant.

How does Tacos El Coyote Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Tacos El Coyote Restaurant most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Tacos El Coyote Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tacos El Coyote Restaurant have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about six previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tacos El Coyote Restaurant 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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