Taco Express Mexican Grill
3403 JEROME AVENUE, Bronx, 10467
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (11 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Aug 19, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Aug 19, 2025
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 2025 | Grade A | Trans Fat / Re-inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
| Mar 6, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
| Dec 5, 2024 | Grade C | Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection | 1 |
| Dec 2, 2024 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 7 (4 critical) |
| Aug 6, 2024 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 3 (3 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×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
- 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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