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Charo Bros Restaurant

40-42 Junction Boulevard, Queens, NY 11368
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2025
61
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Charo Bros Restaurant appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 15, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

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

“Food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to other Queens restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

4
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
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
61
Jan 16, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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
39
Nov 27, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 16, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 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
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
47

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Charo Bros Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Charo Bros Restaurant on file is from Apr 15, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Charo Bros Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Charo Bros Restaurant.

How does Charo Bros Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Charo Bros Restaurant most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Charo Bros Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Charo Bros Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Charo Bros Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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