EL PERRO in Jackson Heights
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Mar 3, 2026
📍 80-26 NORTHERN BOULEVARD, Queens, NY 11372 ·
🍽️ Latin American
Overview
El Perro in Jackson Heights holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 12 points on its most recent inspection. The Latin American restaurant has received Grade A on both of its graded inspections since 2023, with no emergency closures on record.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
EL PERRO in Jackson Heights: Full Inspection History (6 records)
Mar 3, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Violations:
20-04
Mar 3, 2026
— 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
Oct 3, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Hot TCS food item that has been cooked and cooled is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º F or above within 2 hours.
GRADE A
Apr 27, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 6
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.
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper...
Feb 17, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 52
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.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solu...
Feb 17, 2023
— Trans Fat / Initial Inspection
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Violations:
16-02
EL PERRO in Jackson Heights: News Coverage (1)
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EL PERRO in Jackson Heights: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was EL PERRO last inspected?
- EL PERRO was last inspected on March 3, 2026 (Grade A).
- What is EL PERRO's current health grade?
- EL PERRO currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has EL PERRO had?
- EL PERRO has 6 health inspections on record from February 2023 through March 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at EL PERRO?
- The worst inspection score recorded at EL PERRO was 52 points on February 17, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has EL PERRO ever received a Grade C?
- No. EL PERRO has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.