Goldwater Bar & Grill

218-28 Merrick Boulevard, Queens, NY 11413

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 6, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records currently show only one inspection for Goldwater Bar & Grill. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 6, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The city-wide average sits at 75, which Goldwater Bar & Grill's 41 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 6, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 6 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

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 contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

08C

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

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

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

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

10G

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Goldwater Bar & Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Goldwater Bar & Grill on file is from Dec 6, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Goldwater Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Goldwater Bar & Grill most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Goldwater Bar & Grill means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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