Sami's Kabab House

47-38 Vernon Boulevard, Queens, NY 11101
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2024
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Sami's Kabab House stretching back to 2023. On Nov 18, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Sami's Kabab House is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
90
Jul 17, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
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
86
Jul 7, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
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
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
10A
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sami's Kabab House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sami's Kabab House on file is from Nov 18, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sami's Kabab House?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sami's Kabab House.

How does Sami's Kabab House compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Sami's Kabab House most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Sami's Kabab House's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sami's Kabab House have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sami's Kabab House means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.