Ideal Jamaican Flavors

172-06 Linden Boulevard, Queens, NY 11434
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: May 22, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Ideal Jamaican Flavors three times, with records going back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on May 22, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with violation counts hovering near two.

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Ideal Jamaican Flavors is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 22, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
82
Oct 19, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
Jan 11, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 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
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ideal Jamaican Flavors last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ideal Jamaican Flavors on file is from May 22, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ideal Jamaican Flavors?

Across the inspection record, anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ideal Jamaican Flavors.

How does Ideal Jamaican Flavors compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Ideal Jamaican Flavors most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Ideal Jamaican Flavors's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Ideal Jamaican Flavors have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ideal Jamaican Flavors 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 Ideal Jamaican Flavors inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ideal Jamaican Flavors is inspected roughly once per year on average.