Berbice Bar and Restaurant

173-06 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY 11432

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 22, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show six inspections at Berbice Bar and Restaurant stretching back to 2022. Berbice Bar and Restaurant was last inspected on Oct 22, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up three violations, compared to five violations previously.

When inspectors have written things up, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 22, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

Jun 13, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 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

Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled do not use

09A

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

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

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

Mar 17, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Feb 1, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

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

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry is worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

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

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.

16-02

Mar 1, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

04L

Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.

08A

Jan 13, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Live roaches present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

04M

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Personal cleanliness inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared.

06A

Evidence of rats or live rats present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

04K

Single service item reused, improperly stored, dispensed; not used when required.

10I

Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.

08A

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Berbice Bar and Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Berbice Bar and Restaurant on file is from Oct 22, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Berbice Bar and Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Berbice Bar and Restaurant.

How does Berbice Bar and Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Berbice Bar and Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Berbice Bar and Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Berbice Bar and Restaurant have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Berbice Bar and 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.

How often is Berbice Bar and Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Berbice Bar and Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.

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