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718 Hookah & Lounge

72-13 Austin Street, Queens, NY 11375
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

718 Hookah & Lounge has been inspected four times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 12, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 75, which 718 Hookah & Lounge's 67 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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.
06C
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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.
10F
67
Jan 29, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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.
06C
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
82
Jun 6, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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.
04N
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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.
10F
64
Mar 22, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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.
10F
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.
10B
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was 718 Hookah & Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 718 Hookah & Lounge on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at 718 Hookah & Lounge?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at 718 Hookah & Lounge.

How does 718 Hookah & Lounge compare to other restaurants in Queens?

718 Hookah & Lounge most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has 718 Hookah & Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 718 Hookah & Lounge have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at 718 Hookah & Lounge means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is 718 Hookah & Lounge inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, 718 Hookah & Lounge is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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