Wild Onion Restaurant & Lounge

119-08 Merrick Boulevard, Queens, NY 11434
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
47
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Inspectors have visited Wild Onion Restaurant & Lounge three times, with records going back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 2, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Each of the recent inspections has turned up roughly the same number of issues.

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

The city-wide average sits at 75, which Wild Onion Restaurant & Lounge's 47 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

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Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
06B
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
47
Nov 14, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
“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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
52
May 23, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wild Onion Restaurant & Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wild Onion Restaurant & Lounge on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wild Onion Restaurant & 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 Wild Onion Restaurant & Lounge.

How does Wild Onion Restaurant & Lounge compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Wild Onion Restaurant & Lounge most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Wild Onion Restaurant & Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Wild Onion Restaurant & Lounge have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around seven per visit.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Wild Onion Restaurant & 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 Wild Onion Restaurant & Lounge inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wild Onion Restaurant & Lounge is inspected around two times per year on average.