Texas Chicken & Burgers

125-15 Liberty Avenue, Queens, NY 11419

American

Last inspected: Sep 26, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Texas Chicken & Burgers has been inspected three times since 2024. Texas Chicken & Burgers was last inspected on Sep 26, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Texas Chicken & Burgers is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 26, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

06A

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

10G

Dec 17, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 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

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

Feb 7, 2024

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

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

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)

19-06

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Texas Chicken & Burgers last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Texas Chicken & Burgers on file is from Sep 26, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Texas Chicken & Burgers compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Texas Chicken & Burgers most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Texas Chicken & Burgers' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Texas Chicken & Burgers have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Texas Chicken & Burgers 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 Texas Chicken & Burgers inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Texas Chicken & Burgers is inspected around two times per year on average.

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