Toloache

166 East 82 Street, Manhattan, NY 10028
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026
61
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show three inspections at Toloache stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 28, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to other Manhattan restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
61
Feb 19, 2026
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
82
Mar 10, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Toloache last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Toloache on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Toloache?

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 Toloache.

How does Toloache compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Toloache most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Toloache's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Toloache have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Toloache 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 Toloache inspected?

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