Cafe Xochimilco
38-01 29 STREET, Queens, 11101
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (2 weeks ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 22, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
CriticalAn issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Unclean or cracked whole eggs or unpasteurized liquid, frozen or powdered eggs kept or used.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
A paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 7 (2 critical) |
| Apr 18, 2025 | Grade B | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (3 critical) |
| Jan 7, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (1 critical) |
| Aug 11, 2023 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Jul 24, 2023 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 9 (6 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 4×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 3×Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 5 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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