PUNTO ROJO in Jamaica
Latest: GRADE B
Last inspected Aug 20, 2025
📍 147-16 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Queens, NY 11435 ·
🍽️ Spanish
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🚇 Jamaica Center
Overview
Punto Rojo in Jamaica holds a current Grade B from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 14 points on its most recent inspection. Across 6 inspections since 2022, the restaurant has received 2 Grade B results and 1 Grade C, with no emergency closures on record.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade B
Current Grade
PUNTO ROJO in Jamaica: Full Inspection History (6 records)
GRADE B
Aug 20, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 14
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.
Evidence of mice or li...
Jun 17, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Mar 5, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 24
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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 dispense...
GRADE C
Aug 20, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 58
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.
Thawing procedure improper.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Toilet f...
Jan 11, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 33
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Food contact surface not prope...
GRADE B
Nov 14, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 19
Food, food preparation area, food storage area, or other area used by employees or patrons, contaminated by sewage or liquid waste.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Non-f...
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PUNTO ROJO in Jamaica: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was PUNTO ROJO last inspected?
- PUNTO ROJO was last inspected on August 20, 2025 (Grade B). The inspection score was 14 points.
- What is PUNTO ROJO's current health grade?
- PUNTO ROJO currently holds a Grade B. Grade B indicates a score of 14–27 points. The restaurant must post the B grade and schedule a re-inspection.
- How many health inspections has PUNTO ROJO had?
- PUNTO ROJO has 6 health inspections on record from November 2022 through August 2025. Grade B on 2 occasions. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at PUNTO ROJO?
- The worst inspection score recorded at PUNTO ROJO was 58 points on August 20, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has PUNTO ROJO ever received a Grade C?
- Yes. PUNTO ROJO has received a Grade C on 1 inspection. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.