Texas Hot Chicken and Wings

168-01 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY 11432

American

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Texas Hot Chicken and Wings has three inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jan 8, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

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

Among Queens restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 8, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

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

Oct 31, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.

03A

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Jul 18, 2024

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

“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

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

10G

10F

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Texas Hot Chicken and Wings last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Texas Hot Chicken and Wings on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Texas Hot Chicken and Wings?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Texas Hot Chicken and Wings.

How does Texas Hot Chicken and Wings compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Texas Hot Chicken and Wings most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Queens average of 75.

Has Texas Hot Chicken and Wings' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Texas Hot Chicken and Wings have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Texas Hot Chicken and Wings means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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