Taqueria el Buen Gusto Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 277 Neptune Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
April 8, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
Taqueria el Buen Gusto currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 8, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 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
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
- 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
April 8, 2026
- Date
- April 8, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Apr 8, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 2, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 15, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Taqueria el Buen Gusto has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2026 and May 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its May 2024 score of 7.
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.
Taqueria el Buen Gusto's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taqueria el Buen Gusto's current NYC health grade?
Taqueria el Buen Gusto currently has a A grade.
When was Taqueria el Buen Gusto last inspected?
Taqueria el Buen Gusto was last inspected on April 8, 2026.
What was Taqueria el Buen Gusto's latest inspection score?
Taqueria el Buen Gusto's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Taqueria el Buen Gusto have in its latest inspection?
Taqueria el Buen Gusto had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Taqueria el Buen Gusto located?
Taqueria el Buen Gusto is located at 277 Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11235.
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: 41691644
Last updated: June 26, 2026