Vikingos

330 Heberton Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10302

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records currently show only two inspections for Vikingos. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 15, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 12 violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.

Looking across the full record, “no hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That's lower than the typical Staten Island restaurant, which scores around 75. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 15, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

7 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 12 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

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

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

04L

No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

05H

After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

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

06D

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

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

10G

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

08A

Sep 30, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

05D

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

06D

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

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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 Vikingos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Vikingos on file is from Apr 15, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Vikingos?

Across the inspection record, “no hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Vikingos.

How does Vikingos compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Vikingos most recently scored 27 out of 100, which is lower than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Vikingos' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Vikingos have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Vikingos 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.

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