The 6

1026 Castle Hill Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Public records show five inspections at The 6 stretching back to 2023. The 6 was last inspected on Jan 12, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

That's lower than the typical Bronx restaurant, which scores around 77. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
67
Nov 21, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
45
Jul 28, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
Jul 16, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 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
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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 protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Flavored tobacco products sold, offered for sale
15-21
43
Jul 26, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The 6 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The 6 on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The 6?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The 6.

How does The 6 compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

The 6 most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has The 6's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The 6 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The 6 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 The 6 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The 6 is inspected around two times per year on average.