EL BUEN SABOR in Sunnyside
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Feb 25, 2026
📍 45-07 QUEENS BOULEVARD, Queens, NY 11104 ·
🍽️ Latin American
Overview
El Buen Sabor in Sunnyside holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 10 points on its most recent inspection. Across 7 inspections since 2022, the restaurant has received Grade A twice and Grade B once, with no emergency closures on record.
7
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
EL BUEN SABOR in Sunnyside: Full Inspection History (7 records)
GRADE A
Feb 25, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 10
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Violations:
06F
Jan 6, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
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.
Jan 6, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 29
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Violations:
10G
GRADE B
Nov 29, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 27
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.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not ...
Jun 11, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
Thawing procedure improper.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved met...
GRADE A
Feb 21, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 10
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.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Nov 2, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 16
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
Design, constructi...
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EL BUEN SABOR in Sunnyside: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was EL BUEN SABOR last inspected?
- EL BUEN SABOR was last inspected on February 25, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 10 points.
- What is EL BUEN SABOR's current health grade?
- EL BUEN SABOR currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has EL BUEN SABOR had?
- EL BUEN SABOR has 7 health inspections on record from November 2022 through February 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions. Grade B on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at EL BUEN SABOR?
- The worst inspection score recorded at EL BUEN SABOR was 29 points on January 6, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has EL BUEN SABOR ever received a Grade C?
- No. EL BUEN SABOR has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.