Boca Juniors Steakhouse

81-08 Queens Boulevard, Queens, NY 11373

Steakhouse

Last inspected: Nov 23, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Boca Juniors Steakhouse has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 23, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from four violations to one.

Across the inspection history, wiping cloths not stored clean and dry is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded one time.

Boca Juniors Steakhouse's latest score of 86 sits above the Queens average of 75. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 23, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation.

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Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Jun 13, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

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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

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

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

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

Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability

19-10

Jan 23, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations.

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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

Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.

04C

Sep 14, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.

03A

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

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

04L

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Boca Juniors Steakhouse last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Boca Juniors Steakhouse on file is from Nov 23, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Boca Juniors Steakhouse?

Across the inspection record, wiping cloths not stored clean and dry has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Boca Juniors Steakhouse.

How does Boca Juniors Steakhouse compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Boca Juniors Steakhouse most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Boca Juniors Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Boca Juniors Steakhouse have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Boca Juniors Steakhouse 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 Boca Juniors Steakhouse inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Boca Juniors Steakhouse is inspected around two times per year on average.

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