Elena's 43 Restaurant Health Inspection Grade
Latin American · 89-48 Francis Lewis Boulevard, Queens, NY 11427
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
February 12, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 2
Elena's 43 Restaurant currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 12, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 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 12, 2026
- Date
- February 12, 2026
- 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
5 inspections
Feb 12, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 16, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 9, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 28, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 15, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Elena's 43 Restaurant's most recent graded inspection in February 2026 was a A, after a C in October 2025.
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.
Elena's 43 Restaurant's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elena's 43 Restaurant's current NYC health grade?
Elena's 43 Restaurant currently has a A grade.
When was Elena's 43 Restaurant last inspected?
Elena's 43 Restaurant was last inspected on February 12, 2026.
What was Elena's 43 Restaurant's latest inspection score?
Elena's 43 Restaurant's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did Elena's 43 Restaurant have in its latest inspection?
Elena's 43 Restaurant had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Elena's 43 Restaurant located?
Elena's 43 Restaurant is located at 89-48 Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens, NY 11427.
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: 50087861
Last updated: June 26, 2026