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Pollo Nene

111-17 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY 11418
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Pollo Nene has three inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jan 7, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
78
Aug 5, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
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
70
Mar 1, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
61

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Nene last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Nene on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo Nene?

Across the inspection record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pollo Nene.

How does Pollo Nene compare to other restaurants in Queens?

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

Has Pollo Nene's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pollo Nene 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 Pollo Nene inspected?

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

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