New York City, NY - An inspection conducted at El Capitan Las Chatas # 2 on 08/01/2025 identified food safety violations.
Located in the heart of Fordham, El Capitan Las Chatas # 2 operates from a prominent location at 643 East 182 Street, making it easily accessible to area customers.
The inspection report documents: "10f. 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." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
The examination revealed violations related to pest control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate pest control procedures. As outlined in FDA Food Code Standards, Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
The examination revealed violations related to sanitation, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. The FDA Sanitation Standards provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
Under current regulations, El Capitan Las Chatas # 2 faces additional penalties if violations are not promptly corrected. The health department maintains detailed records of all inspection results for public transparency.
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.
| DBA | EL CAPITAN LAS CHATAS # 2 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| BBL | 2030860007 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Mexican |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/01/2025 |
| GRADE DATE | 08/01/2025 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| SCORE | 13 |
| BORO | Bronx |
| Census Tract | 039100 |
| NTA | BX06 |
| ZIPCODE | 10457 |
| STREET | EAST 182 STREET |
| CAMIS | 50083196 |
| Council District | 15 |
| PHONE | 6465844467 |
| BIN | 2012414 |
| GRADE | A |
| BUILDING | 643 |
| Latitude | 40.851253779395 |
| Community Board | 206 |
| Longitude | -73.888620478562 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 10F; 08A; 04M |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 10F: 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. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 04M: Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. |
This inspection was conducted on August 1, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 10F: 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. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 04M: Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area..
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.
