Grade AMexican
Neno's Gourmet Mexican
499 MYRTLE AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11205
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (6 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jan 15, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jan 15, 2026
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
CriticalA general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Thawing procedure improper.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Reopening Inspection | 3 |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection | 9 (6 critical) |
| May 1, 2025 | Grade C | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 5 (4 critical) |
| Feb 21, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 8 (4 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×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 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.
- 1 rodent inspection on record, none finding rat activity.
- 8 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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