Brasas

41-06 Junction Boulevard, Queens, NY 11368

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jul 21, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Brasas stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jul 21, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to three violations per visit.

“Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Brasas scores about where you'd expect for a Queens restaurant. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 21, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

Jun 10, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

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

06F

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

06C

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)

19-06

Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and encased, with end caps or other device.

28-03

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Providing single-use plastic stirrers or single-use plastic splash sticks.

19-05

Oct 2, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

View 2 violations

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

06A

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Brasas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Brasas on file is from Jul 21, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Brasas?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Brasas.

How does Brasas compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Brasas most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Queens average of 75.

Has Brasas' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Brasas have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Brasas 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 Brasas inspected?

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

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