Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
36
Last inspection
February 3, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
26 / 10
El Tequilazo currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 3, 2026 found 11 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 36 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 6 non-critical
Critical
- Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
- Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
- Thawing procedure improper.
- 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.
- 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.
- Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Latest Inspection Details
February 3, 2026
- Date
- February 3, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 36
- Critical points
- 26
- Non-critical points
- 10
- Violations
- 11 (5 critical, 6 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Feb 3, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 28, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 30, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Tequilazo's most recent graded inspection in July 2025 was a C, after a A in October 2023.
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 Tequilazo's latest score: 36
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Tequilazo's current NYC health grade?
El Tequilazo does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was El Tequilazo last inspected?
El Tequilazo was last inspected on February 3, 2026.
What was El Tequilazo's latest inspection score?
El Tequilazo's latest inspection score was 36 points.
How many violations did El Tequilazo have in its latest inspection?
El Tequilazo had 11 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 6 non-critical violations.
Where is El Tequilazo located?
El Tequilazo is located at 172-37 Hillside 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: 50109018
Last updated: July 3, 2026