Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
26
Last inspection
January 15, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
21 / 5
Tacos Matamoros currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 15, 2025 found 5 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 26 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Latest Inspection Details
January 15, 2025
- Date
- January 15, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 26
- Critical points
- 21
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 5 (3 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jan 15, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 28, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 28, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Tacos Matamoros received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in December 2022 with a score of 13.
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 Matamoros's latest score: 26
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tacos Matamoros's current NYC health grade?
Tacos Matamoros currently has a Z grade.
When was Tacos Matamoros last inspected?
Tacos Matamoros was last inspected on January 15, 2025.
What was Tacos Matamoros's latest inspection score?
Tacos Matamoros's latest inspection score was 26 points.
How many violations did Tacos Matamoros have in its latest inspection?
Tacos Matamoros had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Tacos Matamoros located?
Tacos Matamoros is located at 4508 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: 41226130
Last updated: June 26, 2026