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Softbite

42-60 Crescent Street, Queens, NY 11101
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: May 4, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Softbite nine times, with records going back to 2023. On May 4, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

The pattern that stands out is “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, which has been cited four times.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; Softbite is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2025
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 16, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
82
Oct 19, 2024
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 13, 2024
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 5, 2024
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 12, 2024
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
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
82
Apr 20, 2024
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 17, 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
Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
08B
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
78
Mar 28, 2023
Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. unacceptable material used. culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.
05C
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
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
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
55

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Softbite last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Softbite on file is from May 4, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Softbite?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Softbite.

How does Softbite compare to other restaurants in Queens?

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

Has Softbite's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Softbite have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Softbite 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 Softbite inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Softbite is inspected around four times per year on average.

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