Tamales Lupita Health Inspection Grade
Latin American · 154B East 112th Street., Manhattan, NY 10029
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
May 13, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 3
Tamales Lupita currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 13, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
Non-Critical
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
May 13, 2025
- Date
- May 13, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 13, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 12, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 24, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Tamales Lupita has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2025 and March 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its March 2024 score of 9.
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.
Tamales Lupita's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tamales Lupita's current NYC health grade?
Tamales Lupita currently has a A grade.
When was Tamales Lupita last inspected?
Tamales Lupita was last inspected on May 13, 2025.
What was Tamales Lupita's latest inspection score?
Tamales Lupita's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Tamales Lupita have in its latest inspection?
Tamales Lupita had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Tamales Lupita located?
Tamales Lupita is located at 154B East 112th 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: 50068493
Last updated: June 26, 2026