The Ditty

35-03 Ditmars Boulevard, Queens, NY 11105
American
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited The Ditty three times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 8, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up two violations, compared to four violations previously.

Across the inspection history, food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average for Queens sits at 75, putting The Ditty on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
82
Jan 10, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Mar 15, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Ditty last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Ditty on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Ditty?

Across the inspection record, food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Ditty.

How does The Ditty compare to other restaurants in Queens?

The Ditty most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has The Ditty's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Ditty have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Ditty 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 The Ditty inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Ditty is inspected roughly once per year on average.