Pico

419 Beach 129 Street, Queens, NY 11694

American

Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Pico stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average for Queens sits at 75, putting Pico on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 13, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. unacceptable material used. culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.

05C

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

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

Aug 22, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

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

08A

10B

May 16, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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

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

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

02B

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pico last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pico on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pico?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pico.

How does Pico compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Pico most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Pico's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pico have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pico 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 Pico inspected?

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

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