El Potrero

46-12 Greenpoint Avenue, Queens, NY 11104
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 17, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, El Potrero has three inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jan 17, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

The pattern that stands out is food contact surface not properly washed, which has been cited two times.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; El Potrero is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 17, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
82
Feb 8, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
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
90
Apr 26, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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 Potrero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Potrero on file is from Jan 17, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Potrero?

Across the inspection record, food contact surface not properly washed has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Potrero.

How does El Potrero compare to other restaurants in Queens?

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

Has El Potrero's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is El Potrero inspected?

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