The Smile of the Beyond

86-14 Parsons Boulevard, Queens, NY 11432

Vegetarian

Last inspected: Feb 21, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The Smile of the Beyond appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 21, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “wiping cloths not stored clean and dry”, showing up three times.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; The Smile of the Beyond is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 21, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

08B

Jul 5, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

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

Apr 21, 2023

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

“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

10F

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

20-01

Mar 23, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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

Wiping cloths soiled or not stored in sanitizing solution.

06F

Proper sanitization not provided for utensil ware washing operation.

10H

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Smile of the Beyond last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Smile of the Beyond on file is from Feb 21, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Smile of the Beyond?

Across the inspection record, “wiping cloths not stored clean and dry” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Smile of the Beyond.

How does The Smile of the Beyond compare to other restaurants in Queens?

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

Has The Smile of the Beyond's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Smile of the Beyond have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Smile of the Beyond 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 Smile of the Beyond inspected?

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

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