EL DORADO in Ridgewood
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Nov 24, 2025
📍 54-55 MYRTLE AVENUE, Queens, NY 11385 ·
🍽️ Latin American
Overview
El Dorado in Ridgewood holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 13 points on its most recent inspection. The Latin American restaurant has 5 inspections on record since 2022, with 1 prior Grade B result and no emergency closures.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
EL DORADO in Ridgewood: Full Inspection History (5 records)
Nov 24, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
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.
Violations:
10B
GRADE A
May 10, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 13
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.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided wher...
Jan 30, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 14
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
GRADE B
Nov 30, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 27
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Filth...
Jun 22, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 0
Personal cleanliness inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared.
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not proper...
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EL DORADO in Ridgewood: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was EL DORADO last inspected?
- EL DORADO was last inspected on November 24, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 23 points.
- What is EL DORADO's current health grade?
- EL DORADO currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has EL DORADO had?
- EL DORADO has 5 health inspections on record from June 2022 through November 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade B on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at EL DORADO?
- The worst inspection score recorded at EL DORADO was 27 points on November 30, 2022. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has EL DORADO ever received a Grade C?
- No. EL DORADO has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.