Lupe's East L.a. Kitchen
110 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS, Manhattan, 10013
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (1 year ago). Details below.
Last inspected May 29, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on May 29, 2025
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
CriticalFood was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Nov 8, 2023 | Grade B | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Mar 8, 2023 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 7 (5 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 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.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 31 rodent inspections on record, 6 finding rat activity.
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