Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
July 23, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
El Saborito currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on July 23, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
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.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
July 23, 2025
- Date
- July 23, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Jul 23, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Saborito received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in July 2025 with a score of 13.
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 Saborito's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Saborito's current NYC health grade?
El Saborito currently has a A grade.
When was El Saborito last inspected?
El Saborito was last inspected on July 23, 2025.
What was El Saborito's latest inspection score?
El Saborito's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did El Saborito have in its latest inspection?
El Saborito had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is El Saborito located?
El Saborito is located at 1070 Cypress Avenue in Queens, NY 11385.
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: 50171645
Last updated: July 3, 2026