Taqueria el Tanque Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 260 Brook Avenue, The Bronx, NY 10454
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
November 10, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
Taqueria el Tanque currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 10, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 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.
Non-Critical
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- 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
November 10, 2025
- Date
- November 10, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Nov 10, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 9, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 6, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Taqueria el Tanque has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: November 2025 and April 2024. Its latest score was 11, slightly higher than its April 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.
Taqueria el Tanque's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taqueria el Tanque's current NYC health grade?
Taqueria el Tanque currently has a A grade.
When was Taqueria el Tanque last inspected?
Taqueria el Tanque was last inspected on November 10, 2025.
What was Taqueria el Tanque's latest inspection score?
Taqueria el Tanque's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Taqueria el Tanque have in its latest inspection?
Taqueria el Tanque had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Taqueria el Tanque located?
Taqueria el Tanque is located at 260 Brook Avenue in The Bronx, NY 10454.
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: 50146220
Last updated: July 3, 2026