El Palo Restaurant Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 196-25 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY 11423
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
October 14, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 3
El Palo Restaurant currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 14, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
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
October 14, 2025
- Date
- October 14, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 9
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Oct 14, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 11, 2025
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 18, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 26, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Palo Restaurant's most recent graded inspection in October 2025 was a A, after a B in August 2023.
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 Palo Restaurant's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Palo Restaurant's current NYC health grade?
El Palo Restaurant currently has a A grade.
When was El Palo Restaurant last inspected?
El Palo Restaurant was last inspected on October 14, 2025.
What was El Palo Restaurant's latest inspection score?
El Palo Restaurant's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did El Palo Restaurant have in its latest inspection?
El Palo Restaurant had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is El Palo Restaurant located?
El Palo Restaurant is located at 196-25 Jamaica Avenue in Queens, NY 11423.
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: 41417417
Last updated: June 26, 2026