Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
52
Last inspection
May 28, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
47 / 5
El Sazon R D currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 28, 2026 found 9 violations, including 7 critical violations, for a total score of 52 points.
Latest Violations
7 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
- 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.
- 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.
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
May 28, 2026
- Date
- May 28, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 52
- Critical points
- 47
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 9 (7 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
6 inspections
May 28, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 2, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 19, 2024
Inspection Type: Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Apr 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 26, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Sazon R D has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2025 and April 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its April 2024 score of 10.
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 Sazon R D's latest score: 52
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Sazon R D's current NYC health grade?
El Sazon R D does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was El Sazon R D last inspected?
El Sazon R D was last inspected on May 28, 2026.
What was El Sazon R D's latest inspection score?
El Sazon R D's latest inspection score was 52 points.
How many violations did El Sazon R D have in its latest inspection?
El Sazon R D had 9 violations in its latest inspection, including 7 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is El Sazon R D located?
El Sazon R D is located at 83 Baxter Street in Manhattan, NY 10013.
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: 50147240
Last updated: July 3, 2026