FRIENDLY RESTAURANT in Queensbridge Ravenswood Dutch Kills

⚠️ This facility has been closed 4 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE C Last inspected Oct 28, 2025
📍 12-05 40 AVENUE, Queens, NY 11101  ·  🍽️ Chinese  ·  🚇 Queensboro Plaza
Overview

Friendly Restaurant in Queensbridge Ravenswood Dutch Kills has been closed by NYC DOHMH inspectors 4 times since 2023. The restaurant currently holds a Grade C with an inspection score of 43 points, and has received that grade on its most recent inspection in 2025.

9
Inspections on Record
Grade C
Current Grade
4
Closures

FRIENDLY RESTAURANT in Queensbridge Ravenswood Dutch Kills: Emergency Closures (4)

Emergency closure history for FRIENDLY RESTAURANT
Date Grade Score Type
Jun 26, 2024 CLOSED 83 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Jun 26, 2024 CLOSED 83 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Mar 15, 2023 CLOSED 66 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Mar 15, 2023 CLOSED 66 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

FRIENDLY RESTAURANT in Queensbridge Ravenswood Dutch Kills: Full Inspection History (9 records)

Oct 28, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 32
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding. Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held a...
Violations: 04J 02G 04L 09C 08A 04N 04M 06D
GRADE C Aug 21, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 43
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or accepta...
Violations: 05D 08A 10F 04N 02G 08C 06C
Mar 4, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 29
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. Hot TCS food item not ...
Violations: 06C 02B 04N 09C 04L 08A 10F
GRADE P Aug 14, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 0
🚫 CLOSURE Jun 26, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 83
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive ...
Violations: 02G 08A 05F 10H 06D 04J 04L
🚫 CLOSURE Jun 26, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 83
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
Violations: 04J
GRADE P Mar 17, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 10
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Violations: 04M 08A 04L
🚫 CLOSURE Mar 15, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 66
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Live roach...
Violations: 02B 06D 08A 04M 02G 04L 10F 06C
🚫 CLOSURE Mar 15, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 66
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.
Violations: 10F
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FRIENDLY RESTAURANT in Queensbridge Ravenswood Dutch Kills: Frequently Asked Questions

When was FRIENDLY RESTAURANT last inspected?
FRIENDLY RESTAURANT was last inspected on October 28, 2025 (Grade C). The inspection score was 32 points.
What is FRIENDLY RESTAURANT's current health grade?
FRIENDLY RESTAURANT currently holds a Grade C. Grade C indicates a score of 28 or more points. This is the lowest letter grade issued by NYC Health.
How many times has FRIENDLY RESTAURANT been closed by NYC Health?
FRIENDLY RESTAURANT has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 4 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
How many health inspections has FRIENDLY RESTAURANT had?
FRIENDLY RESTAURANT has 9 health inspections on record from March 2023 through October 2025. Grade C on 1 occasion.
What was the worst inspection score at FRIENDLY RESTAURANT?
The worst inspection score recorded at FRIENDLY RESTAURANT was 83 points on June 26, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.