Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken

86-55 Broadway, Queens, NY 11373

American

Last inspected: Aug 25, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Aug 25, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at three versus four before.

Across the inspection history, food contact surface not properly washed is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Queens restaurants. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 25, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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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

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

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

08A

Apr 9, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 4 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

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

04A

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

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

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

Jun 3, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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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

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

06D

10F

Jan 23, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

06C

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

10G

10F

Sep 7, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

04N

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

06D

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

06F

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry is worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

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

04L

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken on file is from Aug 25, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken?

Across the inspection record, food contact surface not properly washed has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken.

How does Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Queens average of 75.

Has Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken 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 Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Shah's Halal / Castle Chicken is inspected around two times per year on average.

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