New York City, NY - Multiple violations were discovered at Tienda Rincon Guatemalteco during a health inspection on 07/30/2025.
Located in the heart of Hillside, Tienda Rincon Guatemalteco operates from a prominent location at 16002A Hillside Avenue Queens Ny, making it easily accessible to area customers.
Inspectors documented: "08b. Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbag." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving pest control, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Health experts emphasize that pest activity can rapidly contaminate food preparation surfaces and stored ingredients According to FDA Pest Control Guidelines, The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
The inspection found infractions involving sanitation, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate sanitation procedures. As outlined in FDA Sanitation Standards, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
In addition to regulatory requirements, these issues may affect the business's standing and public trust. Community health organizations track health department findings to provide education to local residents.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has mandated that Tienda Rincon Guatemalteco immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.
Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.
| BORO | Queens |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| NTA | QN61 |
| Longitude | -73.80172167269 |
| Community Board | 412 |
| BIN | 4458571 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/30/2025 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| STREET | HILLSIDE AVE |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Latin American |
| Census Tract | 044602 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| ZIPCODE | 11432 |
| Council District | 24 |
| SCORE | 39 |
| CAMIS | 50088466 |
| BUILDING | 16002A |
| PHONE | 3479608900 |
| DBA | TIENDA RINCON GUATEMALTECO |
| GRADE | Z |
| GRADE DATE | 07/30/2025 |
| Latitude | 40.708002959062 |
| BBL | 4097640056 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 08B; 08A; 10B; 04H; 04N; 06D; 04A |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 08B: Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant; with tight-fitting lids; and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage; refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected; stored; removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 10B: 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. || 04H: Raw; cooked or prepared food is adulterated; contaminated; cross-contaminated; or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. || 04N: Filth 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. || 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed; rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. || 04A: Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. |
This inspection was conducted on July 30, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 08B: Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 10B: 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. | 04H: Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. | 04N: Filth 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. | 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. | 04A: Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations..
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
