Dona Zita Mexican Food

Mexican · 1221 Bowery Street · Brooklyn 11224

A Grade A posted 2026-07-16 (score 12)

Inspection history

2026-07-16 · Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection · Violations were cited · score 12 A

Code	Description	Critical
06D	Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.	Critical
06F	Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.	Critical

2024-07-18 · Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection · Violations were cited · score 43

Code	Description	Critical
02G	Cold 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.	Critical
05D	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.	Critical
06E	Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.	Critical

2024-07-18 · Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection · Violations were cited

Code	Description	Critical
19-04	Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) single service article not designated as a recyclable material.	—
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.	—

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Other restaurants at this address: K & E Fast Food.

1221 Bowery Street