Saffron

44-04 Broadway, Queens, NY 11103

Indian

Last inspected: Jun 26, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Saffron has been inspected four times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 26, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; Saffron is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 26, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

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

Dec 11, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

Aug 31, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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

06D

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

10G

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Aug 16, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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

04M

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

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

04L

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

10B

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Saffron last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Saffron on file is from Jun 26, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Saffron?

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

How does Saffron compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Saffron most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Saffron's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Saffron 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 Saffron inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Saffron is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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