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El Comal Restaurant

148-60 Hillside Avenue, Queens, NY 11435
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
50
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, El Comal Restaurant has three inspections on file, the first dated 2025. The most recent report on file is from Mar 17, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

The trend has not been favorable, with the count rising from five to six between inspections.

Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

By comparison, the average Queens facility scores 75, putting El Comal Restaurant on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

3
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
50
Feb 6, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
10A
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
55
Apr 18, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
61

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Comal Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Comal Restaurant on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Comal Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, cold TCS food item held above 41 °F has been cited three times, more than any other issue at El Comal Restaurant.

How does El Comal Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Queens?

El Comal Restaurant most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has El Comal Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at El Comal Restaurant have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about five per visit to around six more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at El Comal Restaurant 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.

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