El Buen Sabor Health Inspection Grade
Latin American · 45-07 Queens Boulevard, Queens, NY 11104
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
10
Last inspection
February 25, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 4
El Buen Sabor currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 25, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 10 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 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
February 25, 2026
- Date
- February 25, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 10
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Feb 25, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 6, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 29, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 11, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Buen Sabor's most recent graded inspection in February 2026 was a A, after a B in November 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.
El Buen Sabor's latest score: 10
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Buen Sabor's current NYC health grade?
El Buen Sabor currently has a A grade.
When was El Buen Sabor last inspected?
El Buen Sabor was last inspected on February 25, 2026.
What was El Buen Sabor's latest inspection score?
El Buen Sabor's latest inspection score was 10 points.
How many violations did El Buen Sabor have in its latest inspection?
El Buen Sabor had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is El Buen Sabor located?
El Buen Sabor is located at 45-07 Queens Boulevard in Queens, NY 11104.
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: 41640580
Last updated: June 26, 2026