Queens, NY — Asian Halal Kitchen at 90-02 Corona Avenue received a Grade C with a score of 38 points following a health inspection conducted March 10, 2025, according to data released by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) on January 2, 2026. Inspectors documented 13 critical violations and 15 non-critical violations during the inspection.

What Inspectors Found

The inspection identified evidence of rats in the establishment's food or non-food areas on five separate occasions during the visit. Inspectors noted that the establishment was not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects, or other pests, with this finding cited five times throughout the facility.

Temperature control violations were documented repeatedly during the inspection. Cold time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food items were found held above the required 41°F threshold on six occasions. Under NYC Health Code Article 81 and FDA Food Code requirements, potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at safe temperatures to prevent bacterial growth that can cause foodborne illness.

The inspection revealed that no Food Protection Certificate holder was present as manager or supervisor of food operations at the time of inspection. New York City requires at least one certified food protection manager to be on duty during all hours of operation at food service establishments.

Additional violations included deficiencies in dishwashing and ware washing procedures, with cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, dishes, utensils, and equipment cited twice. Mechanical or natural ventilation was found inadequate to prevent excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke, or fumes.

Inspectors documented that the establishment did not have a contract with a pest management professional in place, and no record of extermination activities was kept on premises. Multiple citations were issued for using expanded polystyrene (EPS) single-service articles not designated as recyclable material.

Food Safety Context

NYC Health Code Article 81 establishes specific requirements for food service establishments to protect public health. The temperature violations documented at Asian Halal Kitchen represent violations of Section 81.09, which requires that potentially hazardous foods be maintained at safe temperatures during storage, preparation, display, and service.

The presence of rodents in food service areas creates serious contamination risks. Rats can spread diseases through direct contact with food surfaces, utensils, and stored ingredients. Their droppings, urine, and fur can contaminate food preparation areas and stored food products.

The FDA Food Code, which forms the basis for New York City's food safety regulations, requires that at least one certified food protection manager be present during all hours of operation. This certification ensures that someone knowledgeable about food safety principles is supervising food handling procedures.

Inspection History

This is the first inspection record available in the DOHMH database for Asian Halal Kitchen at this location.

Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades

The DOHMH assigns letter grades based on points accumulated during inspections, with fewer points indicating better compliance:

  • Grade A: 0-13 points
  • Grade B: 14-27 points
  • Grade C: 28 or more points

Violations are categorized as critical or non-critical. Critical violations are those most likely to contribute to foodborne illness and include issues such as improper food temperatures, evidence of pests, cross-contamination risks, and lack of required certifications.

The data presented in this article was collected during an inspection conducted March 10, 2025, and released to the public by DOHMH on January 2, 2026. The restaurant received an action classification of "Violations were cited in the following area(s)," indicating that violations were documented but the establishment was not closed.

New York City restaurant inspection data is publicly available through the DOHMH website. Consumers can search for inspection results by restaurant name, address, or borough. Establishments have the right to request re-inspection after addressing violations, which may result in an updated grade.

For more information about food safety and restaurant inspections, visit the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene website or the FDA Food Code reference materials.

More About This Restaurant

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