El Rumbero Health Inspection Grade
Latin American · 82-05 Northern Boulevard, Queens, NY 11372
Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
21
Last inspection
October 23, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
16 / 5
El Rumbero currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 23, 2025 found 4 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 21 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 2 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.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
October 23, 2025
- Date
- October 23, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 21
- Critical points
- 16
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 4 (2 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Oct 23, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 14, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 13, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 10, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 27, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Rumbero has received a B grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2025 and November 2024. Its latest score was 21, slightly higher than its November 2024 score of 20.
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 Rumbero's latest score: 21
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Rumbero's current NYC health grade?
El Rumbero currently has a B grade.
When was El Rumbero last inspected?
El Rumbero was last inspected on October 23, 2025.
What was El Rumbero's latest inspection score?
El Rumbero's latest inspection score was 21 points.
How many violations did El Rumbero have in its latest inspection?
El Rumbero had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is El Rumbero located?
El Rumbero is located at 82-05 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: 40743578
Last updated: June 26, 2026