Halal Munchies

33-08 Queens Boulevard, Queens, NY 11101
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Halal Munchies, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Feb 5, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Halal Munchies is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
82
Oct 2, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
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 protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
74
Oct 10, 2023
Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
“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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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
74
Sep 6, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled do not use
09A
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Halal Munchies last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Halal Munchies on file is from Feb 5, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Halal Munchies?

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 Halal Munchies.

How does Halal Munchies compare to other restaurants in Queens?

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

Has Halal Munchies' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Halal Munchies have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Halal Munchies means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.