Huitlacoche Taqueria Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 778 Seneca Avenue, Queens, NY 11385
Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
24
Last inspection
July 15, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
16 / 8
Huitlacoche Taqueria currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on July 15, 2025 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 24 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Thawing procedure improper.
Latest Inspection Details
July 15, 2025
- Date
- July 15, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 24
- Critical points
- 16
- Non-critical points
- 8
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jul 15, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 14, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 12, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 28, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Huitlacoche Taqueria's most recent graded inspection in July 2025 was a B, after a A in December 2023.
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.
Huitlacoche Taqueria's latest score: 24
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huitlacoche Taqueria's current NYC health grade?
Huitlacoche Taqueria currently has a B grade.
When was Huitlacoche Taqueria last inspected?
Huitlacoche Taqueria was last inspected on July 15, 2025.
What was Huitlacoche Taqueria's latest inspection score?
Huitlacoche Taqueria's latest inspection score was 24 points.
How many violations did Huitlacoche Taqueria have in its latest inspection?
Huitlacoche Taqueria had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Huitlacoche Taqueria located?
Huitlacoche Taqueria is located at 778 Seneca Avenue in Queens, NY 11385.
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: 50102559
Last updated: June 26, 2026