EL RINCONCITO DE LOS SABORES

GRADE A

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Overview

EL RINCONCITO DE LOS SABORES in Kew Gardens Hills received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on June 4, 2026, scoring 11 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
154-01 UNION TURNPIKE
Queens, NY 11367
Cuisine
Other
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
2 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 10E

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment 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.

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link Accurate thermometer not provided or pro to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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EL RINCONCITO DE LOS SABORES — Inspection Questions

Did EL RINCONCITO DE LOS SABORES pass their NYC health inspection on June 4, 2026?
EL RINCONCITO DE LOS SABORES passed with an A grade on June 4, 2026 with a score of 11 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did EL RINCONCITO DE LOS SABORES have?
EL RINCONCITO DE LOS SABORES had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 10E mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10E (Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment 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.) is a critical violation. Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment 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. HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link Accurate thermometer not provided or pro to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.