Taqueria El Patron

51 Lincoln Road, Brooklyn, NY 11225

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 29, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show four inspections at Taqueria El Patron stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Oct 29, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from three violations to two.

Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Brooklyn sits at 77, putting Taqueria El Patron on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 29, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

02B

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Sep 10, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 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

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

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

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

09E

Oct 30, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

02B

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

Jan 10, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

02G

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

06D

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

08A

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 Taqueria El Patron last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria El Patron on file is from Oct 29, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria El Patron?

Across the inspection record, hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria El Patron.

How does Taqueria El Patron compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Taqueria El Patron most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Taqueria El Patron's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taqueria El Patron have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria El Patron 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 El Patron inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria El Patron is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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