El Fogon Costeno Health Inspection Grade
Latin American · 1701 Palmetto Street, Queens, NY 11385
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
28
Last inspection
April 13, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
21 / 7
El Fogon Costeno currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 13, 2026 found 6 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 28 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 3 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.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
April 13, 2026
- Date
- April 13, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 28
- Critical points
- 21
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 6 (3 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Apr 13, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 25, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 22, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Fogon Costeno received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in November 2024 with a score of 12.
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 Fogon Costeno's latest score: 28
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Fogon Costeno's current NYC health grade?
El Fogon Costeno does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was El Fogon Costeno last inspected?
El Fogon Costeno was last inspected on April 13, 2026.
What was El Fogon Costeno's latest inspection score?
El Fogon Costeno's latest inspection score was 28 points.
How many violations did El Fogon Costeno have in its latest inspection?
El Fogon Costeno had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is El Fogon Costeno located?
El Fogon Costeno is located at 1701 Palmetto Street in Queens, NY 11385.
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: 50001394
Last updated: June 26, 2026