El Rincon Health Inspection Grade
Latin American · 176-01 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY 11432
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
82
Last inspection
October 21, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
69 / 13
El Rincon currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 21, 2025 found 11 violations, including 7 critical violations, for a total score of 82 points.
Latest Violations
7 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
- 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.
- Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- 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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
October 21, 2025
- Date
- October 21, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 82
- Critical points
- 69
- Non-critical points
- 13
- Violations
- 11 (7 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Oct 21, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Jul 31, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 12, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 21, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Rincon does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
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 Rincon's latest score: 82
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Rincon's current NYC health grade?
El Rincon does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was El Rincon last inspected?
El Rincon was last inspected on October 21, 2025.
What was El Rincon's latest inspection score?
El Rincon's latest inspection score was 82 points.
How many violations did El Rincon have in its latest inspection?
El Rincon had 11 violations in its latest inspection, including 7 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is El Rincon located?
El Rincon is located at 176-01 Jamaica Avenue in Queens, NY 11432.
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: 50163424
Last updated: July 3, 2026