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PALENQUE AREPAS & EMPANADAS health grade & inspection history
20 UNION SQUARE WEST, Manhattan, NY 10003
53
NYC violation points↓ Lower is better
A 0–13 B 14–27 C 28+
Peer context Lower than 4% of comparable Manhattan inspections Local context 41 points above the local median
Score from the latest comparable inspection on Dec 14, 2023. The official grade is shown separately and can come from a different represented grading record.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Dec 14, 2023Inspection date
4Violations recorded
3Critical items
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 02BCritical violation
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 05ACritical violation
Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.
- 05DCritical violation
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.
- 10G
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Score trend
PALENQUE AREPAS & EMPANADAS inspection history
No prior comparable score. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 14, 2023 | — | 53 | 4 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection |
Official location
PALENQUE AREPAS & EMPANADAS on the map
Common questions
PALENQUE AREPAS & EMPANADAS inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for PALENQUE AREPAS & EMPANADAS?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is Not graded. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 53 violation points.
When was PALENQUE AREPAS & EMPANADAS last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Dec 14, 2023.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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