El Gran Castillo de Jagua Health Inspection Grade
Latin American · 355 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
December 23, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
El Gran Castillo de Jagua currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 23, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
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.
- Lighting inadequate; permanent lighting not provided in food preparation areas, ware washing areas, and storage rooms. Shatterproof bulb or shield to prevent broken glass from falling into food or onto surfaces, not installed.
Latest Inspection Details
December 23, 2025
- Date
- December 23, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
9 inspections
Dec 23, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 18, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 6, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 9, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
Sep 5, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-closed 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.
Jun 21, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 27, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 8, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Gran Castillo de Jagua has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: December 2025 and August 2025. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its August 2025 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.
El Gran Castillo de Jagua's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Gran Castillo de Jagua's current NYC health grade?
El Gran Castillo de Jagua currently has a A grade.
When was El Gran Castillo de Jagua last inspected?
El Gran Castillo de Jagua was last inspected on December 23, 2025.
What was El Gran Castillo de Jagua's latest inspection score?
El Gran Castillo de Jagua's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did El Gran Castillo de Jagua have in its latest inspection?
El Gran Castillo de Jagua had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is El Gran Castillo de Jagua located?
El Gran Castillo de Jagua is located at 355 Flatbush 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: 50009667
Last updated: June 26, 2026