El Huarache Mexican Grill Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 251-18 Northern Boulevard, Queens, NY 11362
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
7
Last inspection
April 20, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 0
El Huarache Mexican Grill currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 20, 2026 found 1 violation, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 7 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 0 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.
Latest Inspection Details
April 20, 2026
- Date
- April 20, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 7
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 1 (1 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Apr 20, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 13, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 15, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Huarache Mexican Grill has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2026 and February 2025. Its latest score was 7, lower than its February 2025 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 Huarache Mexican Grill's latest score: 7
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Huarache Mexican Grill's current NYC health grade?
El Huarache Mexican Grill currently has a A grade.
When was El Huarache Mexican Grill last inspected?
El Huarache Mexican Grill was last inspected on April 20, 2026.
What was El Huarache Mexican Grill's latest inspection score?
El Huarache Mexican Grill's latest inspection score was 7 points.
How many violations did El Huarache Mexican Grill have in its latest inspection?
El Huarache Mexican Grill had 1 violation in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is El Huarache Mexican Grill located?
El Huarache Mexican Grill is located at 251-18 Northern Boulevard in Queens, NY 11362.
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: 50121749
Last updated: July 3, 2026