Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
September 4, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
El Coyote currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 4, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 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.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Thawing procedure improper.
Latest Inspection Details
September 4, 2025
- Date
- September 4, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Sep 4, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 20, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Coyote has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2025 and July 2023. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its July 2023 score of 9.
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 Coyote's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Coyote's current NYC health grade?
El Coyote currently has a A grade.
When was El Coyote last inspected?
El Coyote was last inspected on September 4, 2025.
What was El Coyote's latest inspection score?
El Coyote's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did El Coyote have in its latest inspection?
El Coyote had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is El Coyote located?
El Coyote is located at 70-09 Austin Street in Queens, NY 11375.
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: 50130580
Last updated: July 3, 2026