Tamal Express
70 WEST 183 STREET, Bronx, 10453
Should you eat here?
Looks good — Grade A at the latest inspection (7 days ago), with no critical violations at that inspection.
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Aug 3, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 |
| Jul 21, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| May 27, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
| May 1, 2024 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 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.
- 36 rodent inspections on record, 4 finding rat activity.
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