Al-Sham Restaurant

25-94 Steinway Street, Queens, NY 11103
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Dec 3, 2024
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. On Dec 3, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Al-Sham Restaurant is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 3, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
Oct 16, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Al-Sham Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Al-Sham Restaurant on file is from Dec 3, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Al-Sham Restaurant.

How does Al-Sham Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Al-Sham Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

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

Yes. Recent inspections at Al-Sham Restaurant have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Al-Sham 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.