El Encuentro

39-01 104 Street, Queens, NY 11368
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jun 24, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

El Encuentro has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent visit was on Jun 24, 2024. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from seven violations to two.

The pattern that stands out is food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor, which has been cited two times.

El Encuentro's latest score of 82 sits above the Queens average of 75. The record reflects steady performance over time.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 24, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
82
Nov 17, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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.
02H
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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.
10F
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Encuentro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Encuentro on file is from Jun 24, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Encuentro?

Across the inspection record, food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Encuentro.

How does El Encuentro compare to other restaurants in Queens?

El Encuentro most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has El Encuentro's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at El Encuentro have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about seven previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Encuentro means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.