Taqueria Lupita

3550 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Taqueria Lupita has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 11, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Things have moved in the wrong direction: violation counts went from two to four.

The pattern that stands out is non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, which has been cited two times.

Compared to other Bronx restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
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
74
Oct 7, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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
82
May 25, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Lupita last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Lupita on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Lupita?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Lupita.

How does Taqueria Lupita compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Taqueria Lupita most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Taqueria Lupita's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taqueria Lupita have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around four more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taqueria Lupita means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Taqueria Lupita inspected?

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