HEART OF GOLD

GRADE A

Friday, November 19, 2021

Overview

HEART OF GOLD in Astoria (Central) received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on November 19, 2021, scoring 2 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
37-14 31 AVENUE
Queens, NY 11103
Cuisine
American
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
3 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 10H

Sanitization not provided for utensil washing

Proper sanitization not provided for utensil ware washing operation.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Unsanitized utensils transfer bacteria directly to customers' food and mouths

📋 Code Requirements

Use approved sanitizer at correct concentration; test strips required; proper contact time

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.21
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

View Facility Profile →

HEART OF GOLD — Inspection Questions

Did HEART OF GOLD pass their NYC health inspection on November 19, 2021?
HEART OF GOLD passed with an A grade on November 19, 2021 with a score of 2 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did HEART OF GOLD have?
HEART OF GOLD had 1 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 10H mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10H (Sanitization not provided for utensil washing) is a major violation. Utensils must be properly sanitized after washing to kill remaining bacteria Unsanitized utensils transfer bacteria directly to customers' food and mouths