Taqueria Al Pastor

128 Wyckoff Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 22, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Taqueria Al Pastor, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 22, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at two versus four before.

The pattern that stands out is anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Brooklyn restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 22, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 minor violations.

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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

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

Nov 13, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection

No violations found.

100

Nov 6, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain time/temperature control for safety foods (tcs) at required temperatures

05F

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

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

06D

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

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

02B

10B

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

09E

Jul 18, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

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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

03A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Al Pastor last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Al Pastor on file is from Apr 22, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Al Pastor?

Across the inspection record, anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Al Pastor.

How does Taqueria Al Pastor compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Taqueria Al Pastor most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Taqueria Al Pastor's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taqueria Al Pastor 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 Taqueria Al Pastor 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 Taqueria Al Pastor inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Al Pastor is inspected around two times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants

Score: 70 — Medium Risk

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Score: 82 — Low Risk

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