Pollo El Campesino

41-11 National Street, Queens, NY 11368
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 21, 2024
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Pollo El Campesino has been inspected four times since 2021. On Oct 21, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Each of the recent inspections has turned up roughly the same number of issues.

The most common issue across all inspections has been evidence of mice or live mice present, showing up two times.

Among Queens restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 21, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
78
Feb 1, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
06B
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
70
Jan 6, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
82
Nov 5, 2021
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.
05D
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Accurate thermometer not provided in refrigerated or hot holding equipment.
10E
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo El Campesino last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo El Campesino on file is from Oct 21, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo El Campesino?

Across the inspection record, evidence of mice or live mice present has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pollo El Campesino.

How does Pollo El Campesino compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Pollo El Campesino most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Queens average of 75.

Has Pollo El Campesino's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Pollo El Campesino have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around three per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pollo El Campesino 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 Pollo El Campesino inspected?

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