EL GALLO NEGRO in Queens, NY 11101 has a reported health inspection grade of B issued on , according to NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
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Most recent visit in the dataset
Latest inspection
Inspection date
Grade for this visit
Grade B
Inspection type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violation points
27
Grade date
Recorded citations
5
Marked critical
3
Reported action Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Recorded violations
02BCritical
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
02HCritical
After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
06CCritical
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
09ENot Critical
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
10FNot 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.
Official inspection record
Inspection history
NYC’s active-permit dataset publishes a limited history, generally up to three years before the most recent inspection.
Cycle Inspection / Initial InspectionUngraded
Inspection date
Grade for this visit
Unavailable
Inspection type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violation points
22
Recorded citations
5
Marked critical
2
Reported action Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Recorded violations
06BCritical
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
06DCritical
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
08CNot Critical
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
09BNot Critical
Thawing procedure improper.
10GNot Critical
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Cycle Inspection / Initial InspectionGrade A
Inspection date
Grade for this visit
Grade A
Inspection type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violation points
12
Grade date
Recorded citations
2
Marked critical
2
Reported action Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Recorded violations
02GCritical
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.
06DCritical
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Reported action Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Recorded violations
02GCritical
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.
06CCritical
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06FCritical
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
10BNot Critical
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10FNot 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.
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspectionGrade C
Inspection date
Grade for this visit
Grade C
Inspection type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Violation points
52
Grade date
Recorded citations
5
Marked critical
4
Reported action Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Recorded violations
02GCritical
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.
05FCritical
Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures
06ACritical
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.
06ECritical
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
10FNot 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.
Reported action Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Recorded violations
20-04Not Critical
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Reported action Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Recorded violations
02GCritical
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.
05DCritical
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.
06CCritical
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
09ACritical
Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled DO NOT USE
09ENot Critical
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
10FNot 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.
10HNot 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.
Local context · New York City
How results compare in ZIP 11101
288 of 317 establishments with a reported letter grade in this ZIP are graded A.
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