LA Candela Espanola Health Inspection Grade
Spanish · 3923 Amboy Road, Staten Island, NY 10308
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
November 12, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
LA Candela Espanola currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 12, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Non-Critical
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
- 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
November 12, 2025
- Date
- November 12, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Nov 12, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 24, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
LA Candela Espanola has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: November 2025 and August 2023. Its latest score was 11, lower than its August 2023 score of 13.
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.
LA Candela Espanola's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is LA Candela Espanola's current NYC health grade?
LA Candela Espanola currently has a A grade.
When was LA Candela Espanola last inspected?
LA Candela Espanola was last inspected on November 12, 2025.
What was LA Candela Espanola's latest inspection score?
LA Candela Espanola's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did LA Candela Espanola have in its latest inspection?
LA Candela Espanola had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is LA Candela Espanola located?
LA Candela Espanola is located at 3923 Amboy Road in Staten Island, NY 10308.
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: 40601738
Last updated: June 26, 2026