El Huasteco Mexican Food Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 347a-347b Empire Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
33
Last inspection
May 14, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
31 / 2
El Huasteco Mexican Food currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 14, 2026 found 6 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 33 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 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.
- Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
May 14, 2026
- Date
- May 14, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 33
- Critical points
- 31
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 6 (5 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 14, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 28, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 26, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Huasteco Mexican Food received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in October 2024 with a score of 12.
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 Huasteco Mexican Food's latest score: 33
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Huasteco Mexican Food's current NYC health grade?
El Huasteco Mexican Food does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was El Huasteco Mexican Food last inspected?
El Huasteco Mexican Food was last inspected on May 14, 2026.
What was El Huasteco Mexican Food's latest inspection score?
El Huasteco Mexican Food's latest inspection score was 33 points.
How many violations did El Huasteco Mexican Food have in its latest inspection?
El Huasteco Mexican Food had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is El Huasteco Mexican Food located?
El Huasteco Mexican Food is located at 347a-347b Empire Boulevard in Brooklyn, NY 11225.
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: 50146943
Last updated: July 3, 2026