Ka Lok Kitchen
Last inspected: Apr 4, 2026
58
Score
Ka Lok Kitchen has been inspected six times since 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 4, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.
Looking across the full record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Compared to other Queens restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
6
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 4, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 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, 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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
“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
58
Oct 2, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
“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
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
52
Aug 5, 2025
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 27, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 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
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
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
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
50
Sep 13, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Compliance 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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
Aug 31, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
6 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
35
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ka Lok Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ka Lok Kitchen on file is from Apr 4, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ka Lok Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Ka Lok Kitchen.
How does Ka Lok Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Queens?
Ka Lok Kitchen most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.
Has Ka Lok Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Ka Lok Kitchen have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ka Lok Kitchen 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 Ka Lok Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ka Lok Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.
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