LA Cueva (entrance on Dock Street) Health Inspection Grade
American · 691 Bay Street, Staten Island, NY 10304
Current Grade
Current grade
C
Latest score
31
Last inspection
June 27, 2019
Critical / non-critical points
29 / 2
LA Cueva (entrance on Dock Street) currently has a C grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 27, 2019 found 7 violations, including 6 critical violations, for a total score of 31 points.
Latest Violations
6 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
- Wiping cloths soiled or not stored in sanitizing solution.
- Cold food item held above 41º F (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºF) except during necessary preparation.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage-associated (FRSA) flies present in facility’s food and/or non-food areas. Filth flies include house flies, little house flies, blow flies, bottle flies and flesh flies. Food/refuse/sewage-associated flies include fruit flies, drain flies and Phorid flies.
- Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
Non-Critical
- Facility not vermin proof. Harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
Latest Inspection Details
June 27, 2019
- Date
- June 27, 2019
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- C
- Score
- 31
- Critical points
- 29
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 7 (6 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 27, 2019
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 23, 2018
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 13, 2017
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
LA Cueva (entrance on Dock Street) received a C grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in June 2019 with a score of 31.
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 Cueva (entrance on Dock Street)'s latest score: 31
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is LA Cueva (entrance on Dock Street)'s current NYC health grade?
LA Cueva (entrance on Dock Street) currently has a C grade.
When was LA Cueva (entrance on Dock Street) last inspected?
LA Cueva (entrance on Dock Street) was last inspected on June 27, 2019.
What was LA Cueva (entrance on Dock Street)'s latest inspection score?
LA Cueva (entrance on Dock Street)'s latest inspection score was 31 points.
How many violations did LA Cueva (entrance on Dock Street) have in its latest inspection?
LA Cueva (entrance on Dock Street) had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 6 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is LA Cueva (entrance on Dock Street) located?
LA Cueva (entrance on Dock Street) is located at 691 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: 50060601
Last updated: June 26, 2026