Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
October 23, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 2
El Sembrador currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 23, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Latest Inspection Details
October 23, 2025
- Date
- October 23, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Oct 23, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 14, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 28, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Sembrador has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2025 and June 2024. Its latest score was 9, slightly higher than its June 2024 score of 8.
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 Sembrador's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Sembrador's current NYC health grade?
El Sembrador currently has a A grade.
When was El Sembrador last inspected?
El Sembrador was last inspected on October 23, 2025.
What was El Sembrador's latest inspection score?
El Sembrador's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did El Sembrador have in its latest inspection?
El Sembrador had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is El Sembrador located?
El Sembrador is located at 143-09 Hillside Avenue in Queens, NY 11435.
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: 50085920
Last updated: June 26, 2026