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Alex & Friends Coffee Shop

118-17 Queens Boulevard, Queens, NY 11375
American
Last inspected: May 14, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show four inspections at Alex & Friends Coffee Shop stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on May 14, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Each of the recent inspections has turned up roughly the same number of issues.

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

Alex & Friends Coffee Shop's latest score of 90 sits above the Queens average of 75. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 14, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
90
Jan 9, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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.
02G
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
82
Sep 2, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
95
Aug 18, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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.
02G
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
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
55

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Alex & Friends Coffee Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Alex & Friends Coffee Shop on file is from May 14, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Alex & Friends Coffee Shop?

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 Alex & Friends Coffee Shop.

How does Alex & Friends Coffee Shop compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Alex & Friends Coffee Shop most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Alex & Friends Coffee Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Alex & Friends Coffee Shop have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Alex & Friends Coffee Shop means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Alex & Friends Coffee Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Alex & Friends Coffee Shop is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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