The Mad Donkey

32-07 36 Avenue, Queens, NY 11106
American
Last inspected: Sep 11, 2024
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited The Mad Donkey three times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Sep 11, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; The Mad Donkey is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 11, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
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
78
Jan 19, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
78
Apr 27, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.
04A
Food worker does not use proper utensil to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.
04C
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
10B
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Mad Donkey last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Mad Donkey on file is from Sep 11, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Mad Donkey?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Mad Donkey.

How does The Mad Donkey compare to other restaurants in Queens?

The Mad Donkey most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has The Mad Donkey's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Mad Donkey have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Mad Donkey 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 Mad Donkey inspected?

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