Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
May 13, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
13 / 0
Chavela's currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 13, 2026 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Latest Inspection Details
May 13, 2026
- Date
- May 13, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 13
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
May 13, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 3, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 10, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Chavela's's most recent graded inspection in May 2026 was a A, after a B 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.
Chavela's's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chavela's's current NYC health grade?
Chavela's currently has a A grade.
When was Chavela's last inspected?
Chavela's was last inspected on May 13, 2026.
What was Chavela's's latest inspection score?
Chavela's's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Chavela's have in its latest inspection?
Chavela's had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Chavela's located?
Chavela's is located at 736 Franklin 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: 41569582
Last updated: June 26, 2026