La Princesa Del Rodeo
1177B WHEELER AVENUE, Bronx, 10472
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (2 years ago). Details below.
Last inspected Mar 1, 2024 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Mar 1, 2024
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
CriticalAn issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
CriticalA 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)
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.
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 1, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 5 (2 critical) |
| Mar 30, 2023 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (2 critical) |
| Aug 12, 2022 | Grade Pending | Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection | 4 (4 critical) |
| Apr 30, 2022 | Grade Pending | Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Oct 30, 2021 | Grade Pending | Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection | 7 (4 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
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