Sal's Deli

129-08 20 Avenue, Queens, NY 11356
American
Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at Sal's Deli, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Dec 2, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

Looking across the full record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” is the recurring theme, flagged 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
Dec 2, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
78
Sep 16, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
82
Apr 26, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
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
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sal's Deli last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sal's Deli on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sal's Deli?

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

How does Sal's Deli compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Sal's Deli most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Sal's Deli's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sal's Deli have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sal's Deli 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 Sal's Deli inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sal's Deli is inspected roughly once per year on average.