Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
20
Last inspection
May 8, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
20 / 0
Boca del Cielo currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 8, 2025 found 3 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 20 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Latest Inspection Details
May 8, 2025
- Date
- May 8, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 20
- Critical points
- 20
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 3 (3 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
May 8, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 28, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 8, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 22, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Boca del Cielo's most recent graded inspection in May 2025 was a B, after a A in September 2023.
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.
Boca del Cielo's latest score: 20
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boca del Cielo's current NYC health grade?
Boca del Cielo currently has a B grade.
When was Boca del Cielo last inspected?
Boca del Cielo was last inspected on May 8, 2025.
What was Boca del Cielo's latest inspection score?
Boca del Cielo's latest inspection score was 20 points.
How many violations did Boca del Cielo have in its latest inspection?
Boca del Cielo had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Boca del Cielo located?
Boca del Cielo is located at 8511 3rd Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11209.
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: 50139435
Last updated: July 3, 2026