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El Despertar Marlene

Casual spot offering a menu of Dominican and Puerto Rican cuisine, including BBQ chicken and beef tripe.

Closed · Opens 7 AM
849 Prospect Avenue, Bronx 10459
Dine-In · Takeout · Delivery
Pending
Inspected Feb 3, 2026
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What people say

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Safety notes

From the Feb 3, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.

Safety notes:10
  • CriticalMice

    Evidence of mice was found on site.

  • CriticalHandwashing station issues

    The handwashing sink was missing, blocked, or without soap, hot water, or towels.

  • CriticalLive animal on premises

    A live animal was on site (not a service animal or a fish in a tank).

  • CriticalContaminated food

    Contaminated food was kept instead of being thrown out.

  • CriticalHot food too cold

    Hot food was held below 140°F, cool enough for bacteria to grow.

  • MinorConditions that attract pests

    Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.

  • MinorHard-to-clean food surfaces

    Food surfaces are too worn or badly built to be properly cleaned.

  • MinorDirty surfaces or equipment

    Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

  • MinorImproper dishwashing

    Dishes and utensils weren't being properly washed and sanitized.

  • MinorPlumbing or drainage issues

    Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.

Hours

Monday
7 AM - 11 PM
Tuesday
7 AM - 11 PM
Wednesday
7 AM - 11 PM
Thursday
7 AM - 11 PM
Friday
7 AM - 11 PM
Saturday
7 AM - 12 AM
Sunday
7 AM - 12 AM