La Hueca

93-21 37 Avenue, Queens, NY 11372
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at La Hueca, the earliest from 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 6, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at two versus four before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, showing up one time.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; La Hueca is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
82
Nov 27, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
10A
74
Jun 7, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Hueca last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Hueca on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Hueca?

Across the inspection record, wiping cloths not stored clean and dry has been cited one time, more than any other issue at La Hueca.

How does La Hueca compare to other restaurants in Queens?

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

Has La Hueca's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at La Hueca 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 La Hueca 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 La Hueca inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Hueca is inspected roughly once per year on average.