NYC Inspection: El Cofre — Score: 20

NYC DOHMH · October 31, 2025

CRITICAL VIOLATION Score: 20 Violations (5): 1. After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours. 2. Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and encased, with end caps or other device. 3. Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. 4. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. 5. 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. Restaurant: El Cofre Address: 454 MYRTLE AVENUE, 11205 Borough: Brooklyn

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