LA CHOZA DEL GORDO in Astoria (East) Woodside (North)
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Jan 2, 2026
📍 41-05 NORTHERN BOULEVARD, Queens, NY 11101 ·
🍽️ Latin American
Overview
La Choza Del Gordo in Astoria holds a Grade Z from NYC DOHMH, based on 5 inspections between 2023 and 2026. The restaurant previously received Grade A on 2 inspections but currently scores 50 points, indicating the establishment is not in compliance with health code requirements.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
LA CHOZA DEL GORDO in Astoria (East) Woodside (North): Full Inspection History (5 records)
Jan 2, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 46
Thawing procedure improper.
Violations:
09B
GRADE Z
Oct 14, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 50
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following...
Jun 9, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 42
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or accepta...
GRADE A
Jun 4, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
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.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination du...
GRADE A
Feb 16, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage dispo...
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LA CHOZA DEL GORDO in Astoria (East) Woodside (North): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was LA CHOZA DEL GORDO last inspected?
- LA CHOZA DEL GORDO was last inspected on January 2, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 46 points.
- What is LA CHOZA DEL GORDO's current health grade?
- LA CHOZA DEL GORDO currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many health inspections has LA CHOZA DEL GORDO had?
- LA CHOZA DEL GORDO has 5 health inspections on record from February 2023 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at LA CHOZA DEL GORDO?
- The worst inspection score recorded at LA CHOZA DEL GORDO was 50 points on October 14, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has LA CHOZA DEL GORDO ever received a Grade C?
- No. LA CHOZA DEL GORDO has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.