Hydra Lounge

88-18 Liberty Avenue, Queens, NY 11417
American
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
67
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The health department has logged three inspections at Hydra Lounge, the earliest from 2024. Hydra Lounge was last inspected on Dec 15, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

By comparison, the average Queens facility scores 75, putting Hydra Lounge on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 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
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
67
Feb 26, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
10A
70
Mar 28, 2024
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hydra Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hydra Lounge on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hydra Lounge?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hydra Lounge.

How does Hydra Lounge compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Hydra Lounge most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Hydra Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hydra Lounge have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Hydra Lounge means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Hydra Lounge inspected?

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