El Viejo Gran Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Spanish · 498 East 138th Street, The Bronx, NY 10454
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
September 10, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
El Viejo Gran Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 10, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
September 10, 2025
- Date
- September 10, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
8 inspections
Sep 10, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 14, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
Aug 28, 2024
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.
Mar 11, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 16, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 1, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 20, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Viejo Gran Cafe's most recent graded inspection in September 2025 was a A, after a C in September 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.
El Viejo Gran Cafe's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Viejo Gran Cafe's current NYC health grade?
El Viejo Gran Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was El Viejo Gran Cafe last inspected?
El Viejo Gran Cafe was last inspected on September 10, 2025.
What was El Viejo Gran Cafe's latest inspection score?
El Viejo Gran Cafe's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did El Viejo Gran Cafe have in its latest inspection?
El Viejo Gran Cafe had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is El Viejo Gran Cafe located?
El Viejo Gran Cafe is located at 498 East 138th Street in The Bronx, NY 10454.
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: 50001029
Last updated: June 26, 2026