Grade ALatin American
Santi & Tito Empanadas Y Mas
1221 JEROME AVENUE, Bronx, 10452
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (2 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected May 13, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on May 13, 2026
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Aug 21, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
| Apr 15, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 4×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 36 rodent inspections on record, 9 finding rat activity.
Check any restaurant before you go
Radius puts New York City’s inspection record in your pocket, in plain English.
Looking for something else in New York City? Browse New York City inspections.