Classic Quizine

713 Beach 20 Street, Queens, NY 11691

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 7, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2022, Classic Quizine has four inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jan 7, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from eight violations to three.

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

The city-wide average is 75, putting Classic Quizine squarely in typical territory. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 7, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 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

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

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

10G

Mar 20, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

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

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

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

May 11, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Juice packaged on premises with no or incomplete label, no warning statement

03I

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

06F

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

Mar 29, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

View 2 violations

Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.

02B

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Classic Quizine last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Classic Quizine on file is from Jan 7, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Classic Quizine?

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

How does Classic Quizine compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Classic Quizine most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Queens average of 75.

Has Classic Quizine's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Classic Quizine have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about eight previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Classic Quizine 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 Classic Quizine inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Classic Quizine is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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