El Gauchito II Health Inspection Grade
Brazilian · 158-15 Horace Harding Expressway, Queens, NY 11365
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
10
Last inspection
February 20, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 3
El Gauchito II currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 20, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 10 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 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.
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.
Latest Inspection Details
February 20, 2026
- Date
- February 20, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 10
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Feb 20, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 13, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 13, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Gauchito II has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: February 2026 and September 2024. Its latest score was 10, lower than its September 2024 score of 13.
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 Gauchito II's latest score: 10
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Gauchito II's current NYC health grade?
El Gauchito II currently has a A grade.
When was El Gauchito II last inspected?
El Gauchito II was last inspected on February 20, 2026.
What was El Gauchito II's latest inspection score?
El Gauchito II's latest inspection score was 10 points.
How many violations did El Gauchito II have in its latest inspection?
El Gauchito II had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is El Gauchito II located?
El Gauchito II is located at 158-15 Horace Harding Expressway in Queens, NY 11365.
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: 41499986
Last updated: June 26, 2026