Jikji Cafe

Jfk Int'L Airport, Queens, NY 11430

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Oct 22, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 22, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: 11 violations versus three before.

The pattern that stands out is food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Jikji Cafe trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 22, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

8 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 11 violations

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

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

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

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

02B

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

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Tcs food removed from cold holding or prepared from or combined with ingredients at room temperature not cooled by an approved method to 41 °f or below within 4 hours.

02I

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

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

Aug 28, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

06C

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jikji Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jikji Cafe on file is from Oct 22, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jikji Cafe?

Across the inspection record, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jikji Cafe.

How does Jikji Cafe compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Jikji Cafe most recently scored 26 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Jikji Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Jikji Cafe have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about three per visit to around 11 more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Jikji Cafe 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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