L & M Italian Deli & Catering

36-08 31 Street, Queens, NY 11106

American

Last inspected: Jul 25, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2022, L & M Italian Deli & Catering has four inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jul 25, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 25, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 minor violations.

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Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

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

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

09C

Jun 27, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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

04L

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

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

08A

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Dec 20, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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

04L

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

08A

Sep 20, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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02G

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 L & M Italian Deli & Catering last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at L & M Italian Deli & Catering on file is from Jul 25, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at L & M Italian Deli & Catering?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at L & M Italian Deli & Catering.

How does L & M Italian Deli & Catering compare to other restaurants in Queens?

L & M Italian Deli & Catering most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has L & M Italian Deli & Catering's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at L & M Italian Deli & Catering have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at L & M Italian Deli & Catering 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 L & M Italian Deli & Catering inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, L & M Italian Deli & Catering is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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