Sam Lee Kitchen

21-08 36 Avenue, Queens, NY 11106

Chinese

Last inspected: Mar 4, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Sam Lee Kitchen has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 4, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 4, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

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

Sep 26, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations.

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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

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

Jun 7, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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02G

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

04L

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

04H

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

08A

10F

Mar 25, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

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Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.

02B

Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sam Lee Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sam Lee Kitchen on file is from Mar 4, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sam Lee Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sam Lee Kitchen.

How does Sam Lee Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Queens?

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

Has Sam Lee Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sam Lee Kitchen have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sam Lee Kitchen 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 Sam Lee Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sam Lee Kitchen is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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