El Toum

35-62 76 Street, Queens, NY 11372

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Oct 13, 2024

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at El Toum stretching back to 2021. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 13, 2024. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to five violations.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other Queens restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 13, 2024

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

06E

“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

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

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

Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.

20-01

May 9, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

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

10G

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

10A

Oct 26, 2021

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

02B

Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Toum last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Toum on file is from Oct 13, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Toum?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Toum.

How does El Toum compare to other restaurants in Queens?

El Toum most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has El Toum's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at El Toum have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at El Toum means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is El Toum inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Toum is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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