El Zocalo
40-10 83 STREET, Queens, 11373
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (3 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 18, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 18, 2026
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
CriticalA staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
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.
CriticalA staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Flavored tobacco products sold, offered for sale
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2026 | Grade A | Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Oct 4, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (4 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 31 rodent inspections on record, 9 finding rat activity.
- 3 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
Check any restaurant before you go
Radius puts New York City’s inspection record in your pocket, in plain English.
Looking for something else in New York City? Browse New York City inspections.