Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
April 23, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 3
Cuchifritos currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 23, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
April 23, 2026
- Date
- April 23, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 9
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Apr 23, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 15, 2025
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Compliance Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Dec 17, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cuchifritos's most recent graded inspection in April 2026 was a A, after a B in December 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.
Cuchifritos's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cuchifritos's current NYC health grade?
Cuchifritos currently has a A grade.
When was Cuchifritos last inspected?
Cuchifritos was last inspected on April 23, 2026.
What was Cuchifritos's latest inspection score?
Cuchifritos's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Cuchifritos have in its latest inspection?
Cuchifritos had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Cuchifritos located?
Cuchifritos is located at 168 East 116th Street in Manhattan, NY 10029.
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: 40378212
Last updated: June 26, 2026