Private Room Nyc

22-79 Steinway Street, Queens, NY 11105

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Sep 14, 2024

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Inspectors have visited Private Room Nyc three times, with records going back to 2022. On Sep 14, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 13 violations each, up from closer to four violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Private Room Nyc's latest score of 29 falls below the Queens average of 75. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 14, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 7 minor violations.

View 13 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

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

02B

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

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Warning sign re dangers of hookah smoking not posted at or on each public entryway to non-tobacco hookah establishment (nthe) patron

15-32

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

Original label for smoking products sold or offered for sale.

15-22

Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.

15-27

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

08A

The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.

16-02

Sign prohibiting entry of persons under 21 years of age not posted at public entryway to non-tobacco hookah establishment (nthe)

15-36

Jan 17, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

Oct 22, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry is worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Private Room Nyc last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Private Room Nyc on file is from Sep 14, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Private Room Nyc?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Private Room Nyc.

How does Private Room Nyc compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Private Room Nyc most recently scored 29 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Private Room Nyc's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Private Room Nyc have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Private Room Nyc means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Private Room Nyc inspected?

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

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