Tacos el Torito Versatile Health Inspection Grade
Tex-Mex · 608A Melrose Avenue, The Bronx, NY 10455
Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
48
Last inspection
May 18, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
36 / 12
Tacos el Torito Versatile currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 18, 2026 found 8 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 48 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
- 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.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
May 18, 2026
- Date
- May 18, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 48
- Critical points
- 36
- Non-critical points
- 12
- Violations
- 8 (4 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 18, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 2, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 16, 2024
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Tacos el Torito Versatile does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Tacos el Torito Versatile's latest score: 48
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tacos el Torito Versatile's current NYC health grade?
Tacos el Torito Versatile currently has a Z grade.
When was Tacos el Torito Versatile last inspected?
Tacos el Torito Versatile was last inspected on May 18, 2026.
What was Tacos el Torito Versatile's latest inspection score?
Tacos el Torito Versatile's latest inspection score was 48 points.
How many violations did Tacos el Torito Versatile have in its latest inspection?
Tacos el Torito Versatile had 8 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Tacos el Torito Versatile located?
Tacos el Torito Versatile is located at 608A Melrose Avenue in The Bronx, NY 10455.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50066944
Last updated: June 26, 2026