EL GAUCHITO in Elmhurst
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jun 9, 2025
📍 94-60 CORONA AVENUE, Queens, NY 11373 ·
🍽️ Latin American
Overview
El Gauchito in Elmhurst holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 12 points on its most recent inspection. With 3 inspections on record since 2023, the restaurant has received Grade A on 2 occasions and has no emergency closures on record.
3
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
EL GAUCHITO in Elmhurst: Full Inspection History (3 records)
GRADE A
Jun 9, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Non-food contact surfa...
GRADE A
Mar 23, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 12
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.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized aft...
May 28, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 22
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.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with p...
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EL GAUCHITO in Elmhurst: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was EL GAUCHITO last inspected?
- EL GAUCHITO was last inspected on June 9, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 12 points.
- What is EL GAUCHITO's current health grade?
- EL GAUCHITO currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has EL GAUCHITO had?
- EL GAUCHITO has 3 health inspections on record from May 2023 through June 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at EL GAUCHITO?
- The worst inspection score recorded at EL GAUCHITO was 22 points on May 28, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has EL GAUCHITO ever received a Grade C?
- No. EL GAUCHITO has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.