New York City, NY - Multiple violations were discovered at Los Tres Potrillos Restaurant during a health inspection on 08/06/2025.
The establishment operates from 111-16 Roosevelt Avenue Queens Ny in Jackson Heights, a busy area of New York City known for its dining scene.
Inspectors documented: "08. Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information (critical: not critical). 10f. 04. “choking first aid” poster not posted." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
The inspection found infractions involving hand washing, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Hand washing violations directly impact food safety and customer health protection According to Chicago Health Department Requirements, The CDC emphasizes that inadequate hand washing contributes to approximately 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
The inspection found infractions involving pest control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. The HACCP Prevention Guidelines offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
The inspection found infractions involving sanitation, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive sanitation practices. Studies from public health organizations show that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. The Food Safety Modernization Act offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Los Tres Potrillos Restaurant swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.
This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.
| ZIPCODE | 11368 |
| DBA | LOS TRES POTRILLOS RESTAURANT |
| BORO | Queens |
| STREET | ROOSEVELT AVENUE |
| Longitude | -73.855492115498 |
| Council District | 21 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Mexican |
| GRADE DATE | 08/06/2025 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/06/2025 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| Census Tract | 039900 |
| BBL | 4020130108 |
| Community Board | 404 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| GRADE | A |
| CAMIS | 41282127 |
| BUILDING | 111-16 |
| BIN | 4563780 |
| Latitude | 40.751662028229 |
| SCORE | 10 |
| PHONE | 7185051433 |
| NTA | QN25 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 09E; 06C; 20-08; 10F; 20-04; 20-01; 19-06 |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 09E: Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink. || 06C: Food; 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. || 20-08: Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information || 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. || 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. || 20-01: Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers. || 19-06: Providing single-use; non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station) |
This inspection was conducted on August 6, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 09E: Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink. | 06C: Food, 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. | 20-08: Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information | 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. | 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. | 20-01: Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers. | 19-06: Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station).
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.
