El Valle Restaurant Health Inspection Grade
Latin American · 640 Melrose Avenue, The Bronx, NY 10455
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
49
Last inspection
June 29, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
43 / 6
El Valle Restaurant currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 29, 2026 found 7 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 49 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- 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.
Non-Critical
- Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
June 29, 2026
- Date
- June 29, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 49
- Critical points
- 43
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 7 (5 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 29, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 22, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 31, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Valle Restaurant has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2025 and January 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its January 2024 score of 8.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
El Valle Restaurant's latest score: 49
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Valle Restaurant's current NYC health grade?
El Valle Restaurant does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was El Valle Restaurant last inspected?
El Valle Restaurant was last inspected on June 29, 2026.
What was El Valle Restaurant's latest inspection score?
El Valle Restaurant's latest inspection score was 49 points.
How many violations did El Valle Restaurant have in its latest inspection?
El Valle Restaurant had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is El Valle Restaurant located?
El Valle Restaurant is located at 640 Melrose Avenue in The Bronx, NY 10455.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 41261148
Last updated: July 3, 2026