Cherry Valley Deli
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2025
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Cherry Valley Deli five times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 19, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The trend has been moving in the right direction: six violations last time, three this time.
The pattern that stands out is cold TCS food item held above 41 °F, which has been cited five times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Queens restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
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
78
Dec 17, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 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
Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur.
04E
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
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
50
May 20, 2024
Cycle Inspection / 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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
Dec 29, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
74
May 31, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Live roaches present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04M
Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.
02B
Cold food item held above 41º f (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºf) except during necessary preparation.
02G
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/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 Cherry Valley Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cherry Valley Deli on file is from Mar 19, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cherry Valley Deli?
Across the inspection record, cold TCS food item held above 41 °F has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Cherry Valley Deli.
How does Cherry Valley Deli compare to other restaurants in Queens?
Cherry Valley Deli most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Queens average of 75.
Has Cherry Valley Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Cherry Valley Deli have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about six previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cherry Valley Deli 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 Cherry Valley Deli inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cherry Valley Deli is inspected around two times per year on average.
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