Shad Restaurant

167-09 Hillside Avenue, Queens, NY 11432

Indian

Last inspected: Apr 29, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Shad Restaurant has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 29, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with two violations after four on the prior visit.

Looking across the full record, cold TCS food item held above 41 °F is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; Shad Restaurant is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 29, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

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

Apr 12, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

Mar 4, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

04L

02G

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shad Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shad Restaurant on file is from Apr 29, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shad Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, cold TCS food item held above 41 °F has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Shad Restaurant.

How does Shad Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Queens?

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

Has Shad Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Shad Restaurant have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shad Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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