New York City, NY - Multiple violations were discovered at El Patron Mexican Grill during a health inspection on 08/13/2025.
The establishment operates from 194-01 Northern Boulevard in Flushing, a busy area of New York City known for its dining scene.
Health department documentation states: "04h. Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan. (critical: critical)." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory standards.
Among the findings were infractions involving pest control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Pest control violations represent some of the most significant infractions in food service inspections Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. The FDA Food Code Standards provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining establishments.
Regulatory authorities have scheduled an extensive follow-up review to confirm that every infraction has been adequately corrected. Management are required to show complete correction before these violations will be deemed closed.
This inspection emphasizes the fundamental necessity of strict regulatory adherence in dining establishments. Area customers have the right to access compliance documentation when selecting food service establishments.
| BUILDING | 194-01 |
| BORO | Queens |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| GRADE DATE | 08/13/2025 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Mexican |
| PHONE | 7188192121 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BBL | 4053700001 |
| DBA | EL PATRON MEXICAN GRILL |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| STREET | NORTHERN BOULEVARD |
| Census Tract | 118100 |
| VIOLATION DESCRIPTION | Raw; cooked or prepared food is adulterated; contaminated; cross-contaminated; or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. |
| SCORE | 7 |
| BIN | 4121139 |
| CRITICAL FLAG | Critical |
| Council District | 19 |
| Latitude | 40.757907592403 |
| GRADE | A |
| VIOLATION CODE | 04H |
| Community Board | 411 |
| ZIPCODE | 11358 |
| Longitude | -73.787469775669 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/13/2025 |
| CAMIS | 41308685 |
| NTA | QN48 |
This inspection was conducted on August 13, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan..
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
