Xela Ju Restaurant

88-30 Parsons Boulevard, Queens, NY 11432
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jun 20, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Xela Ju Restaurant has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jun 20, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Queens restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 20, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
82
Jun 18, 2025
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.
04C
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
58
Feb 25, 2025
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 28, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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
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
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
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
43
Jun 20, 2024
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
61
Feb 8, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Xela Ju Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Xela Ju Restaurant on file is from Jun 20, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Xela Ju Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Xela Ju Restaurant.

How does Xela Ju Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Xela Ju Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Xela Ju Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Xela Ju Restaurant have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Xela Ju Restaurant 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 Xela Ju Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Xela Ju Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.