Vanessa Bar & Lounge

110-12 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY 11418
American
Last inspected: Nov 15, 2025
52
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: C

Going back to 2023, Vanessa Bar & Lounge has three inspections in the public record. On Nov 15, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to seven violations per visit.

“Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Vanessa Bar & Lounge's latest score of 52 falls below the Queens average of 75. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 15, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
52
Jun 21, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No or inadequate potable water supply. water or ice not potable or from unapproved source. bottled water not ny state certified. cross connection in potable water supply system.
03E
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
58
Mar 24, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vanessa Bar & Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Vanessa Bar & Lounge on file is from Nov 15, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Vanessa Bar & Lounge?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Vanessa Bar & Lounge.

How does Vanessa Bar & Lounge compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Vanessa Bar & Lounge most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Vanessa Bar & Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Vanessa Bar & Lounge have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Vanessa Bar & Lounge means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Vanessa Bar & Lounge inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Vanessa Bar & Lounge is inspected roughly once per year on average.