Zebra Bistro

35-30 Farrington Street, Queens, NY 11354

Chinese

Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Zebra Bistro has been inspected three times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 20, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, which has been cited three times.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; Zebra Bistro is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 20, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial 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

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

Jul 31, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

10F

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

28-06

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Mar 21, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.

03A

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

04A

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

10F

“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 Zebra Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zebra Bistro on file is from Nov 20, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zebra Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Zebra Bistro.

How does Zebra Bistro compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Zebra Bistro most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Zebra Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Zebra Bistro have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Zebra Bistro 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 Zebra Bistro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Zebra Bistro is inspected around two times per year on average.

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