Vip Grill

272-40 Grand Central Parkway, Queens, NY 11005

American

Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show four inspections at Vip Grill stretching back to 2023. On Apr 28, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source”, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average Queens facility scores 75, putting Vip Grill on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 28, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

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

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Apr 18, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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

Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted

20-06

Sep 14, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

06A

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

02G

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

Jul 3, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

06C

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

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

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

04A

The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.

16-02

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

10B

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

09E

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vip Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Vip Grill on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Vip Grill?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Vip Grill.

How does Vip Grill compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Vip Grill most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Vip Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Vip Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Vip Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Vip Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Vip Grill is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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