Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
January 15, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 3
Taqueria Al Pastor currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 15, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
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.
Latest Inspection Details
January 15, 2026
- Date
- January 15, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 9
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Jan 15, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Taqueria Al Pastor received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in January 2026 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.
Taqueria Al Pastor's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taqueria Al Pastor's current NYC health grade?
Taqueria Al Pastor currently has a A grade.
When was Taqueria Al Pastor last inspected?
Taqueria Al Pastor was last inspected on January 15, 2026.
What was Taqueria Al Pastor's latest inspection score?
Taqueria Al Pastor's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Taqueria Al Pastor have in its latest inspection?
Taqueria Al Pastor had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Taqueria Al Pastor located?
Taqueria Al Pastor is located at 1966 3rd Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10029.
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: 50165940
Last updated: July 3, 2026