Layaly Cafe

44-09 Broadway, Queens, NY 11103

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Going back to 2024, Layaly Cafe has three inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 23, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to five violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source”, which has been cited two times.

Layaly Cafe's latest score of 64 falls below the Queens average of 75. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 23, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

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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

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

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

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

Aug 6, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Harmful noxious gas or vapor detected. carbon monoxide (co) level exceeds nine (9) ppm

05B

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

Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

08B

Jan 11, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

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06C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Layaly Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Layaly Cafe on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Layaly Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Layaly Cafe.

How does Layaly Cafe compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Layaly Cafe most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Layaly Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Layaly Cafe have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Layaly Cafe 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 Layaly Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Layaly Cafe is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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