Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
26
Last inspection
June 30, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
16 / 10
Bistro Punta Sal currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 30, 2025 found 6 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 26 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 4 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.
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- 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.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
June 30, 2025
- Date
- June 30, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 26
- Critical points
- 16
- Non-critical points
- 10
- Violations
- 6 (2 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 30, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 7, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 30, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Bistro Punta Sal's most recent graded inspection in June 2025 was a B, after a A in May 2023.
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.
Bistro Punta Sal's latest score: 26
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bistro Punta Sal's current NYC health grade?
Bistro Punta Sal currently has a B grade.
When was Bistro Punta Sal last inspected?
Bistro Punta Sal was last inspected on June 30, 2025.
What was Bistro Punta Sal's latest inspection score?
Bistro Punta Sal's latest inspection score was 26 points.
How many violations did Bistro Punta Sal have in its latest inspection?
Bistro Punta Sal had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Bistro Punta Sal located?
Bistro Punta Sal is located at 45-51 46th Street in Queens, NY 11377.
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: 50000538
Last updated: June 26, 2026