El Patron Restaurant & Lounge Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 520 Bay Street, Staten Island, NY 10304
Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
26
Last inspection
March 25, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
19 / 7
El Patron Restaurant & Lounge currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 25, 2026 found 6 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 26 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 3 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.
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Non-Critical
- Thawing procedure improper.
- 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.
- Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Latest Inspection Details
March 25, 2026
- Date
- March 25, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 26
- Critical points
- 19
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 6 (3 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Mar 25, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 30, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 28, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
El Patron Restaurant & Lounge has received a B grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2026 and August 2023. Its latest score was 26, slightly higher than its August 2023 score of 18.
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 Patron Restaurant & Lounge's latest score: 26
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Patron Restaurant & Lounge's current NYC health grade?
El Patron Restaurant & Lounge currently has a B grade.
When was El Patron Restaurant & Lounge last inspected?
El Patron Restaurant & Lounge was last inspected on March 25, 2026.
What was El Patron Restaurant & Lounge's latest inspection score?
El Patron Restaurant & Lounge's latest inspection score was 26 points.
How many violations did El Patron Restaurant & Lounge have in its latest inspection?
El Patron Restaurant & Lounge had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is El Patron Restaurant & Lounge located?
El Patron Restaurant & Lounge is located at 520 Bay Street in Staten Island, NY 10304.
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: 50008317
Last updated: June 26, 2026