La Choza Del Gordo
41-05 NORTHERN BOULEVARD, Queens, 11101
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (3 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 23, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 23, 2026
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
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.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
A paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 23, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
| Jan 2, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 8 (5 critical) |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Grade C | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 9 (6 critical) |
| Jun 9, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (5 critical) |
| Jun 4, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 5×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 4×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 3×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 3×A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 3×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 16 rodent inspections on record, 7 finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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