Cafe Rae's

82-29 164 Street, Queens, NY 11432
American
Last inspected: May 12, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records currently show only two inspections for Cafe Rae's. The newest entry in the record is dated May 12, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; Cafe Rae's is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 12, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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
Oct 13, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe Rae's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe Rae's on file is from May 12, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe Rae's?

Across the inspection record, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cafe Rae's.

How does Cafe Rae's compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Cafe Rae's most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Cafe Rae's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe Rae's have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe Rae's means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.