Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
40
Last inspection
April 20, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
25 / 15
El Maguey currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 20, 2026 found 11 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 40 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 7 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- Thawing procedure improper.
- Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
Latest Inspection Details
April 20, 2026
- Date
- April 20, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 40
- Critical points
- 25
- Non-critical points
- 15
- Violations
- 11 (4 critical, 7 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Apr 20, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 13, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Maguey received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in October 2024 with a 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 Maguey's latest score: 40
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Maguey's current NYC health grade?
El Maguey does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was El Maguey last inspected?
El Maguey was last inspected on April 20, 2026.
What was El Maguey's latest inspection score?
El Maguey's latest inspection score was 40 points.
How many violations did El Maguey have in its latest inspection?
El Maguey had 11 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 7 non-critical violations.
Where is El Maguey located?
El Maguey is located at 83-28 Northern Boulevard in Queens, NY 11372.
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: 50052709
Last updated: June 26, 2026