LA Gualacena Health Inspection Grade
Latin American · 178 Wyckoff Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
24
Last inspection
March 6, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
16 / 8
LA Gualacena currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 6, 2026 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 24 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 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
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
March 6, 2026
- Date
- March 6, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 24
- Critical points
- 16
- Non-critical points
- 8
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Mar 6, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 3, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 6, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 18, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
LA Gualacena's most recent graded inspection in March 2026 was a B, after a C in August 2025.
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.
LA Gualacena's latest score: 24
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is LA Gualacena's current NYC health grade?
LA Gualacena currently has a B grade.
When was LA Gualacena last inspected?
LA Gualacena was last inspected on March 6, 2026.
What was LA Gualacena's latest inspection score?
LA Gualacena's latest inspection score was 24 points.
How many violations did LA Gualacena have in its latest inspection?
LA Gualacena had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is LA Gualacena located?
LA Gualacena is located at 178 Wyckoff Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11237.
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: 50008656
Last updated: June 26, 2026