Al-Aqsa Restaurant

1758 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10305
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Nov 1, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. Al-Aqsa Restaurant was last inspected on Nov 1, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Among Staten Island restaurants, the typical score is 75; Al-Aqsa Restaurant is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 1, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
82
May 2, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Al-Aqsa Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Al-Aqsa Restaurant on file is from Nov 1, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Al-Aqsa Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Al-Aqsa Restaurant.

How does Al-Aqsa Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Al-Aqsa Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Al-Aqsa Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Al-Aqsa Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Al-Aqsa Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.