Continental Luncheonette & Deli

104-03 Metropolitan Avenue, Queens, NY 11375

American

Last inspected: Jan 15, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Continental Luncheonette & Deli, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 15, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 15, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

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

Nov 28, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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

04L

10F

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

08A

Oct 16, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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

04L

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

08C

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

08A

Aug 31, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

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

04L

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

08A

Jul 20, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

04L

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Continental Luncheonette & Deli last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Continental Luncheonette & Deli on file is from Jan 15, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Continental Luncheonette & Deli?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Continental Luncheonette & Deli.

How does Continental Luncheonette & Deli compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Continental Luncheonette & Deli most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Continental Luncheonette & Deli's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Continental Luncheonette & Deli have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Continental Luncheonette & 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 Continental Luncheonette & Deli inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Continental Luncheonette & Deli is inspected around two times per year on average.

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