Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
23
Last inspection
April 28, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
21 / 2
Jalapenos Mexican currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 28, 2026 found 4 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 23 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
- 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.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Latest Inspection Details
April 28, 2026
- Date
- April 28, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 23
- Critical points
- 21
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 4 (3 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Apr 28, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 16, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 11, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 14, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Jalapenos Mexican's most recent graded inspection in January 2025 was a A, after a B in April 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.
Jalapenos Mexican's latest score: 23
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jalapenos Mexican's current NYC health grade?
Jalapenos Mexican does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Jalapenos Mexican last inspected?
Jalapenos Mexican was last inspected on April 28, 2026.
What was Jalapenos Mexican's latest inspection score?
Jalapenos Mexican's latest inspection score was 23 points.
How many violations did Jalapenos Mexican have in its latest inspection?
Jalapenos Mexican had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Jalapenos Mexican located?
Jalapenos Mexican is located at 5714 5th Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11220.
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: 50037997
Last updated: June 26, 2026