La Cocina De Mama
154 EAST 109 STREET, Manhattan, 10029
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (3 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected May 7, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on May 7, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
CriticalFood was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
CriticalA 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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| Dec 30, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Jan 3, 2024 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 2 |
| Sep 20, 2023 | Grade Pending | Trans Fat / Initial Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
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.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 34 rodent inspections on record, 8 finding rat activity.
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