Tequila Night Lounge

2434 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461

American

Last inspected: Oct 24, 2024

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The most recent visit was on Oct 24, 2024. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: eight violations versus five before.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Tequila Night Lounge's 50 doesn't quite reach. Pulling back, the inspection trail is one diners may want to review closely.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 24, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

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

04A

Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.

20-01

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)

19-06

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

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

Feb 28, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

04J

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

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 Tequila Night Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tequila Night Lounge on file is from Oct 24, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Tequila Night Lounge compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Tequila Night Lounge most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Tequila Night Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Tequila Night Lounge have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about five per visit to around eight more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Tequila Night Lounge means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Tequila Night Lounge inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tequila Night Lounge is inspected around three times per year on average.

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