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Bonao Chimi Restaurant

76-14 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY 11421
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Sep 18, 2025
43
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The health department has logged four inspections at Bonao Chimi Restaurant, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Sep 18, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near eight violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Bonao Chimi Restaurant trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

4
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
43
Jun 2, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 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
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
39
Sep 17, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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
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
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
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
43
Feb 27, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bonao Chimi Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bonao Chimi Restaurant on file is from Sep 18, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bonao Chimi Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bonao Chimi Restaurant.

How does Bonao Chimi Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Bonao Chimi Restaurant most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Bonao Chimi Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bonao Chimi Restaurant have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Bonao Chimi Restaurant means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Bonao Chimi Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bonao Chimi Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.

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