El Encanto Centro-americano Restaurant
149-12 JAMAICA AVENUE, Queens, 11435
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (2 weeks ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 21, 2026
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Dec 3, 2025 | Grade B | Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection | 6 (2 critical) |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 8 (3 critical) |
| Aug 19, 2025 | Grade C | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 5 (2 critical) |
| Mar 19, 2025 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection | 0 |
| Jan 13, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 7 (4 critical) |
| Apr 16, 2024 | Grade B | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 4×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 4×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 3×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
- 3×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 5 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 3 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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