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Cafe Borabora

97-08 Queens Boulevard, Queens, NY 11374
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jul 21, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Cafe Borabora, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jul 21, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: four violations last time, three this time.

The pattern that stands out is non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, which has been cited five times.

Among Queens restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
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
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
Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
08B
78
Jun 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.
02H
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
47
Jan 24, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
82
Sep 2, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Lighting inadequate; permanent lighting not provided in food preparation areas, ware washing areas, and storage rooms. shatterproof bulb or shield to prevent broken glass from falling into food or onto surfaces, not installed.
10C
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
Jul 29, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
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
61

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe Borabora last inspected?

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

What is the most common violation at Cafe Borabora?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Cafe Borabora.

How does Cafe Borabora compare to other restaurants in Queens?

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

Has Cafe Borabora's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cafe Borabora have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe Borabora 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 Cafe Borabora inspected?

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

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