What is El Patio Truck 159's health inspection score?

El Patio Truck 159 has a SafeDine safety score of 87 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was El Patio Truck 159 last inspected?

El Patio Truck 159 was last inspected on December 3, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does El Patio Truck 159 have?

El Patio Truck 159 has 18 total violations across 3 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is El Patio Truck 159 safe to eat at?

Yes, El Patio Truck 159 has an excellent safety record with a score of 87/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does El Patio Truck 159 serve?

El Patio Truck 159 serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

El Patio Truck 159

Name: El Patio Truck 159
Address: 159 GRAMATAN AVENUE, Mount Vernon, 10550
Rating: 87

159 GRAMATAN AVENUE, Mount Vernon

Last Inspected: 12/3/2025

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0Excellent

American

Better than 22% of american restaurants

Stable

3 inspections

Last: Dec 3, 2025

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

6 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Handwashing

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-13

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-9 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+3 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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159 GRAMATAN AVENUE, Mount Vernon, FL 10550

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Violation Timeline

Jan 2024

1 inspections

10 basic

Jan

Apr 2025

1 inspections

4 basic

Dec 2025

1 inspections

4 basic

Dec

Inspection History

3 records on file

3 Inspection

Dec 25

Inspection InspectionLatest

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

15BLighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans−2
12EHandwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing−2
8EAccurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures−2
15AFloors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces−2

Base deductions−8 pts

Apr 25

Inspection Inspection

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

16Miscellaneous, Economic Violation, Choking Poster, Training.−2
8EAccurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures−2
12EHandwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing−2
15AFloors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces−2

Base deductions−8 pts

Jan 24

Inspection Inspection

10 Basic

10 total

80/100inspection score

−20 pts

Basic (10)

−20 pts

15BLighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans−2
12EHandwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing−2
8AFood not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)−2
10AFood (ice) contact surfaces are improperly designed, constructed, installed, located (cracks, open seams, pitted surfaces, tin cans reused, uncleanable or corroded food contact surfaces)−2
12DToilet facilities inadequate, inconvenient, dirty, in disrepair, toilet paper missing, not self-closing doors, missing hand wash signs−2
15AFloors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces−2
10BNon-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)−2
15CPremises littered, unnecessary equipment and article present, living quarters no completely separated for food service operations, live animals, birds and pets not excluded−2
11AManual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions−2
8FImproper thawing procedures used−2

Base deductions−20 pts

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Data source: Florida DBPR · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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