El Meson Ii Restaurant
3517 BROADWAY, 10031
Latin American
9293219679
ZScore: 31
Last inspected: April 21, 2026
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Lower score = better. Dots colored by grade.
Inspection History
April 21, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
ZScore: 31
02GCold 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.
02HAfter cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04KEvidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
February 17, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
NScore: 22
02HAfter cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
06APersonal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
September 17, 2025
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
N
August 19, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
CScore: 5
10FNon-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.
August 15, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Establishment re-closed by DOHMH.
NScore: 12
04MLive roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
10FNon-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.
August 4, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
NScore: 110
02GCold 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.
04FFood preparation area, food storage area, or other area used by employees or patrons, contaminated by sewage or liquid waste.
04KEvidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04MLive roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04NFilth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
05ASewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.
06CFood, 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.
06DFood contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
10BAnti-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.
December 31, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
NScore: 23
02BHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
10BAnti-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.
10FNon-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.
March 26, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
BScore: 24
02CHot TCS food item that has been cooked and cooled is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º F or above within 2 hours.
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
06ESanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
10BAnti-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.
February 29, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
NScore: 33
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04KEvidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04MLive roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
06FWiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08CPesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
10BAnti-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.
20-04“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.