El Perro

80-26 Northern Boulevard, Queens, NY 11372

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show three inspections at El Perro stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 3, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “sanitized equipment or utensil”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so El Perro trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 3, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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.

02G

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)

19-06

“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.

20-04

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.

10B

Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability

19-10

Oct 3, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

View 2 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Hot tcs food item that has been cooked and cooled is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º f or above within 2 hours.

02C

Apr 27, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

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.

10H

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Perro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Perro on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Perro?

Across the inspection record, “sanitized equipment or utensil” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Perro.

How does El Perro compare to other restaurants in Queens?

El Perro most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has El Perro's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at El Perro have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at El Perro means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is El Perro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Perro is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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