Leng Earth Food

205-09 Hollis Avenue, Queens, NY 11412

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Aug 6, 2025

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Leng Earth Food stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 6, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

The latest visit found two violations, down from eight violations the time before.

The pattern that stands out is evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food, which has been cited two times.

Leng Earth Food's latest score is in line with the Queens average of 75. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 6, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

View 2 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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

Mar 29, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

04L

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

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

08A

Jan 31, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 11 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

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

04L

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

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

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

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

08C

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

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Leng Earth Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Leng Earth Food on file is from Aug 6, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Leng Earth Food?

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 Leng Earth Food.

How does Leng Earth Food compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Leng Earth Food most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Queens average of 75.

Has Leng Earth Food's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Leng Earth Food have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about eight previously.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Leng Earth Food 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 Leng Earth Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Leng Earth Food is inspected around two times per year on average.

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