SHAH'S HALAL / CASTLE CHICKEN in Elmhurst
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Aug 25, 2025
📍 86-55 BROADWAY, Queens, NY 11373 ·
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Overview
Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken in Elmhurst holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 12 points on its most recent inspection. Across 5 inspections since 2022, the restaurant has received Grade A on all occasions, with no emergency closures on record.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
3
Grade A Inspections
SHAH'S HALAL / CASTLE CHICKEN in Elmhurst: Full Inspection History (5 records)
GRADE A
Aug 25, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 12
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditio...
Apr 9, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 27
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in...
GRADE A
Jun 3, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from custo...
GRADE A
Jan 23, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 13
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
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 ...
Sep 7, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 27
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry is worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or finge...
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SHAH'S HALAL / CASTLE CHICKEN in Elmhurst: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was SHAH'S HALAL / CASTLE CHICKEN last inspected?
- SHAH'S HALAL / CASTLE CHICKEN was last inspected on August 25, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 12 points.
- What is SHAH'S HALAL / CASTLE CHICKEN's current health grade?
- SHAH'S HALAL / CASTLE CHICKEN currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has SHAH'S HALAL / CASTLE CHICKEN had?
- SHAH'S HALAL / CASTLE CHICKEN has 5 health inspections on record from September 2022 through August 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 3 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at SHAH'S HALAL / CASTLE CHICKEN?
- The worst inspection score recorded at SHAH'S HALAL / CASTLE CHICKEN was 27 points on April 9, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has SHAH'S HALAL / CASTLE CHICKEN ever received a Grade C?
- No. SHAH'S HALAL / CASTLE CHICKEN has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.