Juicy King Crab Express

179-37 Hillside Avenue, Queens, NY 11432

Chinese

Last inspected: Dec 31, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show four inspections at Juicy King Crab Express stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Dec 31, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly three violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 75, which Juicy King Crab Express' 47 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 31, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 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

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

02B

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

04L

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

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

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

08A

Mar 5, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

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

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

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

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

02B

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Dec 16, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

10F

Dec 4, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

9 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 14 violations

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

05D

06C

Live animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area.

04O

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

02B

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

04A

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

04K

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

08A

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

10F

The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.

16-02

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Juicy King Crab Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Juicy King Crab Express on file is from Dec 31, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Juicy King Crab Express?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Juicy King Crab Express.

How does Juicy King Crab Express compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Juicy King Crab Express most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Juicy King Crab Express' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Juicy King Crab Express have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Juicy King Crab Express 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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