Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 2099 Frederick Douglass Boulevard, Manhattan, NY
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
May 14, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 4
Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 14, 2025 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
2 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.
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
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.
- Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
- Food Protection Certificate not available for inspection
Latest Inspection Details
May 14, 2025
- Date
- May 14, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 9
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 14, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 16, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 15, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR's most recent graded inspection in May 2025 was a A, after a B in August 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.
Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR's current NYC health grade?
Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR currently has a A grade.
When was Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR last inspected?
Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR was last inspected on May 14, 2025.
What was Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR's latest inspection score?
Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR have in its latest inspection?
Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR located?
Cantina Taqueria & Tequilia BAR is located at 2099 Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan, NY.
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: 50111311
Last updated: July 3, 2026