Charcoalgrill and Modern Buffet

133-40 79 Street, Queens, NY 11414

Chinese

Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026

Score

High Risk

With just one inspection in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. On Apr 8, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

The city-wide average sits at 75, which Charcoalgrill and Modern Buffet's 39 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 8, 2026

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Meat, fish, molluscan shellfish, unpasteurized raw shell eggs, poultry or other tcs offered or served raw or undercooked and written notice not provided to consumer.

02F

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

02B

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

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

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

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

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

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Charcoalgrill and Modern Buffet last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Charcoalgrill and Modern Buffet on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Charcoalgrill and Modern Buffet compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Charcoalgrill and Modern Buffet most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Charcoalgrill and Modern Buffet 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.

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