Dream Cafe

25-42 Steinway Street, Queens, NY 11103
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Nov 1, 2024
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Dream Cafe appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Nov 1, 2024. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

“Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Queens sits at 75, putting Dream Cafe on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 1, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Original label for smoking products sold or offered for sale.
15-22
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
86
Feb 10, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
82
Jan 27, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Appropriately scaled metal stem-type thermometer or thermocouple not provided or used to evaluate temperatures of potentially hazardous foods during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.
04J
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
10B
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dream Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dream Cafe on file is from Nov 1, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dream Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dream Cafe.

How does Dream Cafe compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Dream Cafe most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Dream Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dream Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dream Cafe 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 Dream Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dream Cafe is inspected roughly once per year on average.