The Kiss Me Bar

42-18 Junction Boulevard, Queens, NY 11368

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The Kiss Me Bar has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 10, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: 13 violations last time, two this time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor, showing up two times.

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

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 10, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / 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

Nov 8, 2025

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 9 minor violations.

View 13 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

Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur.

04E

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

04L

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

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

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.

10D

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

19-06

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

08A

Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.

20-01

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Kiss Me Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Kiss Me Bar on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Kiss Me Bar?

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 Kiss Me Bar.

How does The Kiss Me Bar compare to other restaurants in Queens?

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

Has The Kiss Me Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Kiss Me Bar have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about 13 previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Kiss Me Bar 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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