Friends Gourmet Deli

245-05 Jericho Turnpike, Queens, NY 11426

American

Last inspected: Sep 8, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2022, Friends Gourmet Deli has four inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Sep 8, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, this is about average. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 8, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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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

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

10G

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

Jul 19, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

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

Apr 6, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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

Nov 4, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Re-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

10B

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Friends Gourmet Deli last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Friends Gourmet Deli on file is from Sep 8, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Friends Gourmet Deli?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Friends Gourmet Deli.

How does Friends Gourmet Deli compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Friends Gourmet Deli most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Queens average of 75.

Has Friends Gourmet Deli's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Friends Gourmet Deli have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Friends Gourmet Deli 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 Friends Gourmet Deli inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Friends Gourmet Deli is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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