Haifa

94-03 63 Drive, Queens, NY 11374

Jewish / Kosher

Last inspected: Feb 6, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: B

Haifa has been inspected four times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 6, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to seven violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, showing up three times.

That's lower than the typical Queens restaurant, which scores around 75. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 6, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

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

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

Nuisance created or allowed to exist. facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.

28-01

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

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

Lighting inadequate; permanent lighting not provided in food preparation areas, ware washing areas, and storage rooms. shatterproof bulb or shield to prevent broken glass from falling into food or onto surfaces, not installed.

10C

Dec 30, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

02B

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

04M

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

08C

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

08A

Jun 3, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

10G

20-04

10F

Mar 28, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

04A

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Haifa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Haifa on file is from Feb 6, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Haifa?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Haifa.

How does Haifa compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Haifa most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Haifa's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Haifa have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Haifa 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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