Medina Halal

111-41 Lefferts Boulevard, Queens, NY 11420
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 2, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Medina Halal stretching back to 2022. On Dec 2, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Each of the recent inspections has turned up roughly the same number of issues.

Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; Medina Halal is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 2, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
82
Jun 5, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
74
Jun 6, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.
02B
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/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 Medina Halal last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Medina Halal on file is from Dec 2, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Medina Halal?

Across the inspection record, hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Medina Halal.

How does Medina Halal compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Medina Halal most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Medina Halal's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Medina Halal 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 Medina Halal 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 Medina Halal inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Medina Halal is inspected roughly once per year on average.