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Shah's Halal Food

42-02A Greenpoint Avenue, Queens, NY 11104
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
50
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Shah's Halal Food has been inspected three times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 9, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Shah's Halal Food's latest score of 50 falls below the Queens average of 75. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

3
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
50
Oct 26, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
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
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
74
Dec 6, 2023
Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
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
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shah's Halal Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shah's Halal Food on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shah's Halal Food?

Across the inspection record, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Shah's Halal Food.

How does Shah's Halal Food compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Shah's Halal Food most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Shah's Halal Food's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Shah's Halal Food have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Shah's Halal Food means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Shah's Halal Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Shah's Halal Food is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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