Chef's Mahal

37-19 73 Street, Queens, NY 11372
Indian
Last inspected: Sep 23, 2024
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The inspection history at Chef's Mahal is still short, with only two visits logged. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 23, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Queens restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 23, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
78
Aug 5, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
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
50

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chef's Mahal last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chef's Mahal on file is from Sep 23, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chef's Mahal?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chef's Mahal.

How does Chef's Mahal compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Chef's Mahal most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Queens average of 75.

Has Chef's Mahal's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Chef's Mahal have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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