Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
September 16, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 3
Taqueria Santa Fe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 16, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 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
September 16, 2025
- Date
- September 16, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 9
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Sep 16, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 13, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Sep 20, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 15, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Taqueria Santa Fe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2025 and September 2023. Its latest score remained 12 in both inspections.
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 Santa Fe's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taqueria Santa Fe's current NYC health grade?
Taqueria Santa Fe currently has a A grade.
When was Taqueria Santa Fe last inspected?
Taqueria Santa Fe was last inspected on September 16, 2025.
What was Taqueria Santa Fe's latest inspection score?
Taqueria Santa Fe's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Taqueria Santa Fe have in its latest inspection?
Taqueria Santa Fe had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Taqueria Santa Fe located?
Taqueria Santa Fe is located at 2248 1st Avenue 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: 50109518
Last updated: July 3, 2026