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Chop Guitar

142-38 Roosevelt Avenue, Queens, NY 11354
Chinese
Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025
41
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The health department has logged three inspections at Chop Guitar, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 19, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The last inspection found eight violations, up from five the time before.

Across the inspection history, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to other Queens restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

3
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 19, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Shellfish not from approved source, not or improperly tagged/labeled; tags not retained for 90 days.
03B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
41
Feb 27, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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
82
Dec 7, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 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
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
“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.
20-04
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
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
50

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chop Guitar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chop Guitar on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chop Guitar?

Across the inspection record, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chop Guitar.

How does Chop Guitar compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Chop Guitar most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Chop Guitar's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Chop Guitar have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about five per visit to around eight more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Chop Guitar 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.

How often is Chop Guitar inspected?

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

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