Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
April 23, 2024
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
Il Poeta currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 23, 2024 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
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.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Latest Inspection Details
April 23, 2024
- Date
- April 23, 2024
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Apr 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 22, 2021
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Il Poeta has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2024 and July 2021. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its July 2021 score of 10.
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.
Il Poeta's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Il Poeta's current NYC health grade?
Il Poeta currently has a A grade.
When was Il Poeta last inspected?
Il Poeta was last inspected on April 23, 2024.
What was Il Poeta's latest inspection score?
Il Poeta's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Il Poeta have in its latest inspection?
Il Poeta had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Il Poeta located?
Il Poeta is located at 98-04 Metropolitan Avenue in Queens, NY 11375.
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: 41377310
Last updated: June 26, 2026