Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
4
Last inspection
July 21, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 4
El Mariachi currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on July 21, 2025 found 2 violations, for a total score of 4 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 2 non-critical
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Latest Inspection Details
July 21, 2025
- Date
- July 21, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 4
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 2 (0 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jul 21, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 23, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 30, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Mariachi received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in July 2025 with a score of 4.
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 Mariachi's latest score: 4
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Mariachi's current NYC health grade?
El Mariachi currently has a A grade.
When was El Mariachi last inspected?
El Mariachi was last inspected on July 21, 2025.
What was El Mariachi's latest inspection score?
El Mariachi's latest inspection score was 4 points.
How many violations did El Mariachi have in its latest inspection?
El Mariachi had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is El Mariachi located?
El Mariachi is located at 218 West 116th Street in Manhattan, NY 10026.
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: 50142532
Last updated: July 3, 2026