Taam West Indian Halal

128-16 Liberty Avenue, Queens, NY 11419
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Sep 2, 2025
61
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Taam West Indian Halal appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Sep 2, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F”, which has been cited three times.

Compared to other Queens restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

4
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 2, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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
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
61
Apr 22, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
61
Jan 14, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
55
Feb 1, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taam West Indian Halal last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taam West Indian Halal on file is from Sep 2, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taam West Indian Halal?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taam West Indian Halal.

How does Taam West Indian Halal compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Taam West Indian Halal most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Taam West Indian Halal's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taam West Indian Halal have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taam West Indian Halal 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 Taam West Indian Halal inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taam West Indian Halal is inspected around three times per year on average.