Gyu Kaku

40-52 Main Street, Queens, NY 11354

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Feb 5, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at Gyu Kaku, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 5, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at two versus three before.

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room comes up most often, recorded one time in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Queens restaurant scores 75. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Feb 5, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 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

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

Sep 12, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

04M

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

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

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

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

08A

Oct 18, 2022

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gyu Kaku last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gyu Kaku on file is from Feb 5, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Gyu Kaku?

Across the inspection record, no hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Gyu Kaku.

How does Gyu Kaku compare to other restaurants in Queens?

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

Has Gyu Kaku's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Gyu Kaku have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Gyu Kaku 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 Gyu Kaku inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Gyu Kaku is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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