NYC Inspection: El Encanto Centro-Americano Restaurant — Score: 35

NYC DOHMH · October 23, 2025

CRITICAL VIOLATION Score: 35 Violations (8): 1. 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. 2. Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. 3. Failure to maintain a sufficient supply of single-use, non-compostable plastic straws. 4. 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. 5. Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient. (+3 more) Restaurant: El Encanto Centro-Americano Restaurant Address: 149-12 JAMAICA AVENUE, 11435 Borough: Queens

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