CHILL TAVERN BBQ

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Overview

CHILL TAVERN BBQ in Flushing Willets Point underwent a NYC health inspection on January 15, 2026. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

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Address
137-38 NORTHERN BOULEVARD
Queens, NY 11354
Cuisine
Barbecue
Inspection Type
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
12 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 20-02

Food allergy information poster not posted in language understood by all food workers.

⚠ CRITICAL 02G

Cold TCS Food Held Above 41°F

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.

⚠️ Why This Matters

DANGER ZONE GROWTH: Between 41-70°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. Salmonella doubles every 20 minutes at 70-90°F. After just 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria levels can cause severe illness including bloody diarrhea, kidney failure (E. coli), and typhoid fever (Salmonella).

📋 Code Requirements

Keep all cold TCS foods at 41°F or below (smoked fish 38°F, shell eggs 45°F). Monitor with calibrated thermometer every 2-4 hours. Ice baths must surround container to food level. Repair refrigeration immediately. DISCARD foods above 41°F for over 4 hours.

CDC Risk Factor: Improper Holding/Time & Temperature
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.09(c)
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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CHILL TAVERN BBQ — Inspection Questions

Did CHILL TAVERN BBQ pass their NYC health inspection on January 15, 2026?
CHILL TAVERN BBQ underwent inspection on January 15, 2026. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did CHILL TAVERN BBQ have?
CHILL TAVERN BBQ had 2 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 02G mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 02G (Cold TCS Food Held Above 41°F) is a critical violation. Cold potentially hazardous foods must be kept at 41°F or below (38°F for smoked fish) to prevent bacterial growth. DANGER ZONE GROWTH: Between 41-70°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. Salmonella doubles every 20 minutes at 70-90°F. After just 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria levels can cause severe illness including bloody diarrhea, kidney failure (E. coli), and typhoid fever (Salmonella).