Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
June 16, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 6
Hot Jalapeno currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 16, 2026 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
- 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.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
June 16, 2026
- Date
- June 16, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 16, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 17, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 18, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Hot Jalapeno has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2026 and December 2024. Its latest score remained 12 in both inspections.
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.
Hot Jalapeno's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hot Jalapeno's current NYC health grade?
Hot Jalapeno currently has a A grade.
When was Hot Jalapeno last inspected?
Hot Jalapeno was last inspected on June 16, 2026.
What was Hot Jalapeno's latest inspection score?
Hot Jalapeno's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Hot Jalapeno have in its latest inspection?
Hot Jalapeno had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Hot Jalapeno located?
Hot Jalapeno is located at 219 East 116th Street in Manhattan, NY 10029.
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: 41697654
Last updated: June 26, 2026