Mama's Empanadas

91-20 59 Avenue, Queens, NY 11373
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2024
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Mama's Empanadas has three inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 18, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits.

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

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Mama's Empanadas is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
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Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
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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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
90
Jun 2, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
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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
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
90
May 25, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
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Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.
05D
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mama's Empanadas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mama's Empanadas on file is from Nov 18, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mama's Empanadas?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mama's Empanadas.

How does Mama's Empanadas compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Mama's Empanadas most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Mama's Empanadas's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Mama's Empanadas have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mama's Empanadas 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 Mama's Empanadas inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mama's Empanadas is inspected roughly once per year on average.