Restaurant Inspection Grades in Queens, NYC

6,993 restaurants inspected by the NYC Department of Health. 91.4% earned a Grade A.

6,993
Restaurants
91.4%
Grade A
45
Grade C

Grade distribution

Grade A91.4%4,158
Grade B7.6%348
Grade C1.0%45

Restaurant inspections in Queens are conducted by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). Every restaurant in NYC is inspected at least once a year on an unannounced basis. Inspectors check for food handling, food temperature, personal hygiene, and pest control, among other critical factors. Violations are scored on a point system: fewer points mean a better grade.

The source snapshot contains 6,993 restaurants tracked in Queens. Of the 4,551 that have received a letter grade, 91.4% earned a Grade A (0-13 violation points), meaning they meet the highest standards of food safety. Grade B (14-27 points) and Grade C (28+ points) indicate increasing levels of concern. Restaurants that score 28 or more points may face additional re-inspections.

When choosing where to eat in NYC, the letter grade posted in the window is your quickest indicator. Grade A restaurants have the fewest violations. However, even a Grade B or C restaurant may have corrected its issues since the last inspection. Check the inspection date to see how recent the data is.

Source snapshot retrieved: July 26, 2026. Ratings may have changed since retrieval; verify with the linked authority.

Establishments with lowest scores

NameAddressRatingDate
VIDA LOUNGE99 STREETCApr 23, 2026
RUMA'S KITCHEN61 STREETN/AJul 01, 2026
MELTING POT CUISINEVERNON BOULEVARDN/AMay 18, 2026
DA LONG YI HOT POTCRESCENT STREETN/AMay 28, 2025
SOFRA MEDITERRANEAN GRILL46 STREETN/AMar 27, 2025
LITTLE STOREMAIN STREETN/AJun 02, 2026
GHOROA HALAL FOODHILLSIDE AVENUEN/AOct 25, 2025
WHITE RADISHASCAN AVENUEN/AJul 22, 2026
El RINCONJAMAICA AVENUEN/AOct 21, 2025
THE ROCK RESTAURANT & DINERLIBERTY AVENUEN/AJul 22, 2026
GREEN GARDEN154 STREETN/AJul 21, 2026
CHAPINES BAKERYJAMAICA AVENUEN/AJun 29, 2026
NO. 8 KITCHEN & BARFARRINGTON STREETN/ANov 17, 2023
NEPALI BHANCHHA GHARROOSEVELT AVENUEN/AJul 09, 2026
CHAIRMAN SUNVERNON BOULEVARDN/AJun 08, 2026

Frequently asked questions

How many restaurants in Queens have a Grade A rating?+

The source snapshot contains 4,158 restaurants in Queens with a Grade A, representing 91.4% of all graded establishments. Grade A means the restaurant scored between 0 and 13 violation points during its most recent inspection.

What does a Grade C mean for a restaurant in Queens?+

A Grade C means the restaurant scored 28 or more violation points during inspection. This indicates significant food safety concerns were found. The restaurant must post the Grade C card in its window. It will typically be re-inspected within a shorter timeframe to check for improvements.

How often are restaurants inspected in Queens?+

NYC restaurants are inspected at least once per year on an unannounced basis. Restaurants with lower grades may be re-inspected more frequently. Initial inspections that score 14 or more points trigger a re-inspection, typically within 1-2 months.

Data from official government food safety agencies