Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
7
Last inspection
April 15, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 2
Alta Calidad currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 15, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 7 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- TCS food removed from cold holding or prepared from or combined with ingredients at room temperature not cooled by an approved method to 41 °F or below within 4 hours.
Non-Critical
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
April 15, 2025
- Date
- April 15, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 7
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Apr 15, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 14, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 12, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 14, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Alta Calidad has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2025 and January 2023. Its latest score was 7, lower than its January 2023 score of 12.
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.
Alta Calidad's latest score: 7
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Calidad's current NYC health grade?
Alta Calidad currently has a A grade.
When was Alta Calidad last inspected?
Alta Calidad was last inspected on April 15, 2025.
What was Alta Calidad's latest inspection score?
Alta Calidad's latest inspection score was 7 points.
How many violations did Alta Calidad have in its latest inspection?
Alta Calidad had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Alta Calidad located?
Alta Calidad is located at 552 Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11238.
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: 50060021
Last updated: June 26, 2026