Junction Deli / Tulcingo
Last inspected: Jul 21, 2025
82
Score
Going back to 2023, Junction Deli / Tulcingo has six inspections in the public record. On Jul 21, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Across the inspection history, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 21, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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
May 28, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
6 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
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
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
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
39
Mar 15, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.
03A
86
Mar 29, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
78
Jan 27, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
Jan 25, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
9 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
06B
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
Written standard operating procedure (sop) approved by the department for refillable, reusable containers not available at the time of inspection. container construction improper
05H
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
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
“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
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.
20-01
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
19
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Junction Deli / Tulcingo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Junction Deli / Tulcingo on file is from Jul 21, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Junction Deli / Tulcingo?
Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Junction Deli / Tulcingo.
How does Junction Deli / Tulcingo compare to other restaurants in Queens?
Junction Deli / Tulcingo most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.
Has Junction Deli / Tulcingo's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Junction Deli / Tulcingo have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Junction Deli / Tulcingo 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 Junction Deli / Tulcingo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Junction Deli / Tulcingo is inspected around two times per year on average.
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