Cantina El Chicanito
1022 LONGWOOD AVENUE, Bronx, 10459
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 3 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (7 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Dec 12, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Dec 12, 2025
An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
CriticalRaw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
CriticalRaw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
CriticalA 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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
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