Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
18
Last inspection
August 28, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
11 / 7
El Callao currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 28, 2025 found 6 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 18 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
- 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.
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.
- Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
- 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.
- Thawing procedure improper.
Latest Inspection Details
August 28, 2025
- Date
- August 28, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 18
- Critical points
- 11
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 6 (2 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Aug 28, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 26, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 26, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 1, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Callao has received a B grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: August 2025 and September 2023. Its latest score was 18, lower than its September 2023 score of 34.
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 Callao's latest score: 18
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Callao's current NYC health grade?
El Callao currently has a B grade.
When was El Callao last inspected?
El Callao was last inspected on August 28, 2025.
What was El Callao's latest inspection score?
El Callao's latest inspection score was 18 points.
How many violations did El Callao have in its latest inspection?
El Callao had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is El Callao located?
El Callao is located at 111-22 Roosevelt 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: 41713624
Last updated: June 26, 2026