Current Grade
Current grade
C
Latest score
61
Last inspection
April 29, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
50 / 11
Chinantla currently has a C grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 29, 2026 found 13 violations, including 8 critical violations, for a total score of 61 points.
Latest Violations
8 critical · 5 non-critical
Critical
- After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
- Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
- 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.
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 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.
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 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.
- Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled DO NOT USE
- 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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
April 29, 2026
- Date
- April 29, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- C
- Score
- 61
- Critical points
- 50
- Non-critical points
- 11
- Violations
- 13 (8 critical, 5 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Apr 29, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 6, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 5, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Chinantla's most recent graded inspection in April 2026 was a C, after a A in June 2024.
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.
Chinantla's latest score: 61
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chinantla's current NYC health grade?
Chinantla currently has a C grade.
When was Chinantla last inspected?
Chinantla was last inspected on April 29, 2026.
What was Chinantla's latest inspection score?
Chinantla's latest inspection score was 61 points.
How many violations did Chinantla have in its latest inspection?
Chinantla had 13 violations in its latest inspection, including 8 critical violations and 5 non-critical violations.
Where is Chinantla located?
Chinantla is located at 657 Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11205.
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: 40727214
Last updated: June 26, 2026