LA Esquina del Sabor Health Inspection Grade
Latin American · 99-01 Northern Boulevard, Queens, NY 11368
Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
23
Last inspection
May 14, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
19 / 4
LA Esquina del Sabor currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 14, 2026 found 5 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 23 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- 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
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
May 14, 2026
- Date
- May 14, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 23
- Critical points
- 19
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 5 (3 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
May 14, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 30, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 4, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 29, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 2, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
LA Esquina del Sabor's most recent graded inspection in May 2026 was a B, after a C in July 2024.
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 Esquina del Sabor's latest score: 23
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is LA Esquina del Sabor's current NYC health grade?
LA Esquina del Sabor currently has a B grade.
When was LA Esquina del Sabor last inspected?
LA Esquina del Sabor was last inspected on May 14, 2026.
What was LA Esquina del Sabor's latest inspection score?
LA Esquina del Sabor's latest inspection score was 23 points.
How many violations did LA Esquina del Sabor have in its latest inspection?
LA Esquina del Sabor had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is LA Esquina del Sabor located?
LA Esquina del Sabor is located at 99-01 Northern Boulevard in Queens, NY 11368.
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: 50145277
Last updated: July 3, 2026