Flex Cafe

41-61 Kissena Boulevard, Queens, NY 11355
Other
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The inspection history at Flex Cafe is still short, with only two visits logged. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 17, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average for Queens sits at 75, putting Flex Cafe on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Apr 18, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Flex Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Flex Cafe on file is from Mar 17, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Flex Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Flex Cafe.

How does Flex Cafe compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Flex Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Flex Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Flex Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Flex 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.