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La Pequena Colombia

83-27 Roosevelt Avenue, Queens, NY 11372
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025
64
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show four inspections at La Pequena Colombia stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 6, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.

“Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

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.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 6, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
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
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
64
Aug 28, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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
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
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
10A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
37
Jun 6, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
78
Dec 28, 2022
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
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
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
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
35

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Pequena Colombia last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Pequena Colombia on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Pequena Colombia?

Across the inspection record, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Pequena Colombia.

How does La Pequena Colombia compare to other restaurants in Queens?

La Pequena Colombia most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has La Pequena Colombia's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Pequena Colombia have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at La Pequena Colombia 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 La Pequena Colombia inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Pequena Colombia is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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