Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
39
Last inspection
April 22, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
28 / 11
Don Alex currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 22, 2026 found 9 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 39 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 5 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 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.
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- 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.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
- 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
April 22, 2026
- Date
- April 22, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 39
- Critical points
- 28
- Non-critical points
- 11
- Violations
- 9 (4 critical, 5 non-critical)
Inspection History
7 inspections
Apr 22, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 28, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 24, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 30, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 11, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 19, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 5, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Don Alex has received a C grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: November 2025 and April 2025. Its latest score was 49, slightly higher than its April 2025 score of 31.
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.
Don Alex's latest score: 39
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Alex's current NYC health grade?
Don Alex does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Don Alex last inspected?
Don Alex was last inspected on April 22, 2026.
What was Don Alex's latest inspection score?
Don Alex's latest inspection score was 39 points.
How many violations did Don Alex have in its latest inspection?
Don Alex had 9 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 5 non-critical violations.
Where is Don Alex located?
Don Alex is located at 106-26 Corona Avenue in Queens, NY 11368.
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: 50106885
Last updated: June 26, 2026