El Castillo de Jagua Health Inspection Grade
Caribbean · 6811 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11220
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
August 18, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 6
El Castillo de Jagua currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 18, 2025 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 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
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- 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
August 18, 2025
- Date
- August 18, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Aug 18, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 8, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 15, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Castillo de Jagua has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: August 2025 and January 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its January 2024 score of 8.
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 Castillo de Jagua's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Castillo de Jagua's current NYC health grade?
El Castillo de Jagua currently has a A grade.
When was El Castillo de Jagua last inspected?
El Castillo de Jagua was last inspected on August 18, 2025.
What was El Castillo de Jagua's latest inspection score?
El Castillo de Jagua's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did El Castillo de Jagua have in its latest inspection?
El Castillo de Jagua had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is El Castillo de Jagua located?
El Castillo de Jagua is located at 6811 4th Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11220.
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: 50086321
Last updated: June 26, 2026