Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
21
Last inspection
August 7, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
14 / 7
El Monumento currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 7, 2025 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 21 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
August 7, 2025
- Date
- August 7, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 21
- Critical points
- 14
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
6 inspections
Aug 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 16, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 22, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 20, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 8, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 20, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Monumento's most recent graded inspection in August 2025 was a B, after a A in April 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.
El Monumento's latest score: 21
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Monumento's current NYC health grade?
El Monumento currently has a B grade.
When was El Monumento last inspected?
El Monumento was last inspected on August 7, 2025.
What was El Monumento's latest inspection score?
El Monumento's latest inspection score was 21 points.
How many violations did El Monumento have in its latest inspection?
El Monumento had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is El Monumento located?
El Monumento is located at 1185 Broadway in Brooklyn, NY 11221.
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: 50075191
Last updated: June 26, 2026