Garlic to the Chicken

66-92 Forest Avenue, Queens, NY 11385

Korean

Last inspected: Dec 18, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Garlic to the Chicken has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Garlic to the Chicken was last inspected on Dec 18, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level inspection to inspection, near two violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 18, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 minor violations.

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Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

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

Apr 12, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations.

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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

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

06E

Oct 3, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection

1 minor violation.

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10F

Sep 27, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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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

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

06A

Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.

10D

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Garlic to the Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Garlic to the Chicken on file is from Dec 18, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Garlic to the Chicken?

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 Garlic to the Chicken.

How does Garlic to the Chicken compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Garlic to the Chicken most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Garlic to the Chicken's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Garlic to the Chicken have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Garlic to the Chicken 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 Garlic to the Chicken inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Garlic to the Chicken is inspected around two times per year on average.

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