LEE'S DELI in Fordham Heights
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Mar 25, 2026
📍 214 EAST 188 STREET, Bronx, NY 10458 ·
🍽️ Sandwiches/Salads/Mixed Buffet
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🚇 Fordham Road
Overview
Lee's Deli in Fordham Heights holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, based on a score of 11 points from its most recent inspection. The sandwich and salad shop has maintained Grade A on all 3 of its graded inspections since 2023, with no emergency closures on record.
7
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
3
Grade A Inspections
LEE'S DELI in Fordham Heights: Full Inspection History (7 records)
GRADE A
Mar 25, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 11
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Violations:
08A
Feb 13, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 33
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food ...
Feb 10, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 33
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.
Violations:
02G
GRADE A
Oct 30, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
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 nec...
GRADE A
Aug 15, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 13
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable materia...
Jul 31, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 32
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnanc...
Jul 31, 2023
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Violations:
20-04
LEE'S DELI in Fordham Heights: News Coverage (1)
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LEE'S DELI in Fordham Heights: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was LEE'S DELI last inspected?
- LEE'S DELI was last inspected on March 25, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 11 points.
- What is LEE'S DELI's current health grade?
- LEE'S DELI currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has LEE'S DELI had?
- LEE'S DELI has 7 health inspections on record from July 2023 through March 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 3 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at LEE'S DELI?
- The worst inspection score recorded at LEE'S DELI was 33 points on February 13, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has LEE'S DELI ever received a Grade C?
- No. LEE'S DELI has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.