El Sabor de LA Esquina Health Inspection Grade
Spanish · 2530 Pitkin Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
32
Last inspection
May 23, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
30 / 2
El Sabor de LA Esquina currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 23, 2026 found 5 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 32 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
- 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
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Latest Inspection Details
May 23, 2026
- Date
- May 23, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 32
- Critical points
- 30
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 5 (4 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
6 inspections
May 23, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 6, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 24, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 2, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
Jan 25, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-closed by DOHMH.
Jan 19, 2024
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.
Grade Trend
El Sabor de LA Esquina received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in February 2025 with a score of 13.
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 Sabor de LA Esquina's latest score: 32
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Sabor de LA Esquina's current NYC health grade?
El Sabor de LA Esquina does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was El Sabor de LA Esquina last inspected?
El Sabor de LA Esquina was last inspected on May 23, 2026.
What was El Sabor de LA Esquina's latest inspection score?
El Sabor de LA Esquina's latest inspection score was 32 points.
How many violations did El Sabor de LA Esquina have in its latest inspection?
El Sabor de LA Esquina had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is El Sabor de LA Esquina located?
El Sabor de LA Esquina is located at 2530 Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11208.
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: 50103371
Last updated: June 26, 2026