Grade AMexican

Jalapenos Mexican

5714 5 AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11220

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 3 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (3 months ago). Details below.

Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · New York City health department

Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Critical
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Critical
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Critical
A 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.

Date	Result	Type	Violations
Apr 28, 2026	Grade Pending	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	4 (3 critical)
Jan 16, 2025	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	2 (1 critical)
Apr 11, 2024	Grade B	Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection	4 (2 critical)
Jun 14, 2023	Grade Pending	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	4 (3 critical)

Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.

3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.

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