El Espino Restaurant Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 5817 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11220
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
7
Last inspection
December 17, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 7
El Espino Restaurant currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 17, 2025 found 3 violations, for a total score of 7 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 3 non-critical
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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
December 17, 2025
- Date
- December 17, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 7
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 3 (0 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Dec 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 27, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
May 20, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Mar 14, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 31, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Espino Restaurant has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: December 2025 and March 2024. Its latest score was 7, lower than its March 2024 score of 10.
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 Espino Restaurant's latest score: 7
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Espino Restaurant's current NYC health grade?
El Espino Restaurant currently has a A grade.
When was El Espino Restaurant last inspected?
El Espino Restaurant was last inspected on December 17, 2025.
What was El Espino Restaurant's latest inspection score?
El Espino Restaurant's latest inspection score was 7 points.
How many violations did El Espino Restaurant have in its latest inspection?
El Espino Restaurant had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is El Espino Restaurant located?
El Espino Restaurant is located at 5817 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: 50062563
Last updated: June 26, 2026