Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
September 18, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
LA Cocinita currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 18, 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
- 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.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Latest Inspection Details
September 18, 2025
- Date
- September 18, 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
Sep 18, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
LA Cocinita received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in September 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.
LA Cocinita's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is LA Cocinita's current NYC health grade?
LA Cocinita currently has a A grade.
When was LA Cocinita last inspected?
LA Cocinita was last inspected on September 18, 2025.
What was LA Cocinita's latest inspection score?
LA Cocinita's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did LA Cocinita have in its latest inspection?
LA Cocinita had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is LA Cocinita located?
LA Cocinita is located at 134-05 Liberty Avenue in Queens, NY 11419.
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: 50171406
Last updated: July 3, 2026