Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 329 Lenox Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10027
Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
20
Last inspection
January 8, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
16 / 4
Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 8, 2026 found 5 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 20 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
January 8, 2026
- Date
- January 8, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 20
- Critical points
- 16
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 5 (3 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Jan 8, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 22, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 8, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 12, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR has received a B grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2025 and January 2023. Its latest score was 27, slightly higher than its January 2023 score of 21.
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.
Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR's latest score: 20
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR's current NYC health grade?
Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR currently has a Z grade.
When was Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR last inspected?
Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR was last inspected on January 8, 2026.
What was Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR's latest inspection score?
Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR's latest inspection score was 20 points.
How many violations did Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR have in its latest inspection?
Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR located?
Cantina Taqueria & Tequila BAR is located at 329 Lenox Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10027.
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: 50065223
Last updated: June 26, 2026