Mexican Cantina Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 1736 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10314
Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
27
Last inspection
February 24, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
22 / 5
Mexican Cantina currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 24, 2025 found 5 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 27 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 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.
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.
Latest Inspection Details
February 24, 2025
- Date
- February 24, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 27
- Critical points
- 22
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 5 (3 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Feb 24, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 14, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 29, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 24, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Mexican Cantina's most recent graded inspection in February 2025 was a B, after a A in December 2022.
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.
Mexican Cantina's latest score: 27
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mexican Cantina's current NYC health grade?
Mexican Cantina currently has a B grade.
When was Mexican Cantina last inspected?
Mexican Cantina was last inspected on February 24, 2025.
What was Mexican Cantina's latest inspection score?
Mexican Cantina's latest inspection score was 27 points.
How many violations did Mexican Cantina have in its latest inspection?
Mexican Cantina had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Mexican Cantina located?
Mexican Cantina is located at 1736 Victory Boulevard in Staten Island, NY 10314.
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: 50090623
Last updated: June 26, 2026