Fillmore's Tavern

166-02 65 Avenue, Queens, NY 11365
American
Last inspected: Nov 27, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show four inspections at Fillmore's Tavern stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 27, 2024. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit.

“Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 27, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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
82
Dec 21, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
“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
55
Nov 21, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
78
May 12, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.
05D
Cold food item held above 41º f (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºf) except during necessary preparation.
02G
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fillmore's Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fillmore's Tavern on file is from Nov 27, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fillmore's Tavern?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Fillmore's Tavern.

How does Fillmore's Tavern compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Fillmore's Tavern most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Fillmore's Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Fillmore's Tavern have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fillmore's Tavern 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 Fillmore's Tavern inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fillmore's Tavern is inspected around two times per year on average.