Shero Cakes

41-04 27 Street, Queens, NY 11101
Asian / Fusion
Last inspected: Oct 22, 2025
55
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Inspectors have visited Shero Cakes three times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 22, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about seven violations before that.

When inspectors have written things up, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Queens facility scores 75, putting Shero Cakes on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 22, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations.
View 4 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
55
Jul 23, 2025
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
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
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
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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
Providing single-use plastic stirrers or single-use plastic splash sticks.
19-05
Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)
19-06
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability
19-10
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
16-02
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
35
Jul 14, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
06B
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shero Cakes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shero Cakes on file is from Oct 22, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shero Cakes?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Shero Cakes.

How does Shero Cakes compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Shero Cakes most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Shero Cakes' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Shero Cakes have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Shero Cakes means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Shero Cakes inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Shero Cakes is inspected roughly once per year on average.