West Bar & Lounge

133-22 Springfield Boulevard, Queens, NY 11413

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, West Bar & Lounge has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Feb 18, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

Looking across the full record, evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

West Bar & Lounge scores about where you'd expect for a Queens restaurant. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 18, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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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

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Oct 24, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 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

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

Jun 13, 2023

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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

04L

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

10B

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

08A

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

“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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was West Bar & Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at West Bar & Lounge on file is from Feb 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at West 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 West Bar & Lounge.

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

West Bar & Lounge most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Queens average of 75.

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

Yes. Recent inspections at West Bar & Lounge have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about six previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at West Bar & Lounge 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 West Bar & Lounge inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, West Bar & Lounge is inspected around two times per year on average.

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