Lenny's Clam Bar

161-03 Crossbay Boulevard, Queens, NY 11414
Seafood
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Lenny's Clam Bar four times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

The city-wide average is 75, putting Lenny's Clam Bar squarely in typical territory. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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
74
Jul 19, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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
82
Mar 13, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
78
Feb 22, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lenny's Clam Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lenny's Clam Bar on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lenny's Clam Bar?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Lenny's Clam Bar.

How does Lenny's Clam Bar compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Lenny's Clam Bar most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Queens average of 75.

Has Lenny's Clam Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lenny's Clam Bar have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Lenny's Clam Bar 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 Lenny's Clam Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lenny's Clam Bar is inspected roughly once per year on average.