Taqueria el Fogon Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 1050 Flushing Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
August 25, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 3
Taqueria el Fogon currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 25, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
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.
Latest Inspection Details
August 25, 2025
- Date
- August 25, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Aug 25, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 15, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 8, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
May 2, 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.
Mar 14, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Taqueria el Fogon has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: August 2025 and March 2023. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its March 2023 score of 11.
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 Fogon's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taqueria el Fogon's current NYC health grade?
Taqueria el Fogon currently has a A grade.
When was Taqueria el Fogon last inspected?
Taqueria el Fogon was last inspected on August 25, 2025.
What was Taqueria el Fogon's latest inspection score?
Taqueria el Fogon's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Taqueria el Fogon have in its latest inspection?
Taqueria el Fogon had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Taqueria el Fogon located?
Taqueria el Fogon is located at 1050 Flushing 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: 41436019
Last updated: June 26, 2026