Riviera

34-48 Steinway Street, Queens, NY 11101

American

Last inspected: Nov 7, 2025

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records currently show only two inspections for Riviera. Riviera was last inspected on Nov 7, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to eight violations.

Compared to other Queens restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 7, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

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

06D

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

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

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

Nuisance created or allowed to exist. facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.

28-01

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

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

Original label for smoking products sold or offered for sale.

15-22

Mar 11, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

View 2 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

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

04H

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Riviera last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Riviera on file is from Nov 7, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Riviera compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Riviera most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Riviera's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Riviera have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Riviera means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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