Grey Cafe

195-19 Northern Boulevard, Queens, NY 11358

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jun 3, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show four inspections at Grey Cafe stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Jun 3, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jun 3, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

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

06D

Jun 1, 2024

Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection

No violations found.

100

Apr 5, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

04A

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

May 15, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

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

06E

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

10G

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Grey Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Grey Cafe on file is from Jun 3, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Grey Cafe compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Grey Cafe most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Grey Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Grey Cafe have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Grey 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.

How often is Grey Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Grey Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants

Gyro World

194-21 Northern Boulevard

Score: 70 — Medium Risk

Firefly

194-17 Northern Boulevard

Score: 86 — Low Risk

Mr Dak

194-15 Northern Boulevard

Score: 67 — Medium Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Queens → Café / Breakfast restaurants in NYC → Café / Breakfast restaurants in Queens