Qin Ke Lai

133-35 Roosevelt Avenue, Queens, NY 11354

Asian / Fusion

Last inspected: Sep 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Qin Ke Lai has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Sep 18, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up two violations, compared to eight violations previously.

When inspectors have written things up, contract with a pest management professional not in place has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average for Queens sits at 75, putting Qin Ke Lai on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 18, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection

2 minor violations.

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Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

Mar 24, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

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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

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

04M

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

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

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

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

08A

Nov 12, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

06C

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

04M

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

06D

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

08A

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Qin Ke Lai last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Qin Ke Lai on file is from Sep 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Qin Ke Lai?

Across the inspection record, contract with a pest management professional not in place has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Qin Ke Lai.

How does Qin Ke Lai compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Qin Ke Lai most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Qin Ke Lai's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Qin Ke Lai have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about eight previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Qin Ke Lai means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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