Chef Papa

42-05 162 Street, Queens, NY 11358

Southeast Asian

Last inspected: Mar 14, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Chef Papa has been inspected three times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 14, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average for Queens sits at 75, putting Chef Papa on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 14, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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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

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

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

10G

Mar 27, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

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

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

Jun 15, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

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

02B

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

06F

06C

02G

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chef Papa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chef Papa on file is from Mar 14, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chef Papa?

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

How does Chef Papa compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Chef Papa most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Chef Papa's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chef Papa have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chef Papa 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 Chef Papa inspected?

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

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