Marathon Food Shop

24919 Northen Blvd, Queens, NY
American
Last inspected: Dec 30, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Marathon Food Shop has three inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Dec 30, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, showing up three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Queens restaurant scores 75. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 30, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
Jul 8, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
Feb 14, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marathon Food Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Marathon Food Shop on file is from Dec 30, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Marathon Food Shop?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Marathon Food Shop.

How does Marathon Food Shop compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Marathon Food Shop most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Marathon Food Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Marathon Food Shop have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Marathon Food Shop 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 Marathon Food Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Marathon Food Shop is inspected roughly once per year on average.