Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
August 14, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
Checkers currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 14, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
August 14, 2025
- Date
- August 14, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Aug 14, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 2, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 19, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 17, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Checkers has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: August 2025 and May 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its May 2024 score of 6.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Checkers's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Checkers's current NYC health grade?
Checkers currently has a A grade.
When was Checkers last inspected?
Checkers was last inspected on August 14, 2025.
What was Checkers's latest inspection score?
Checkers's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Checkers have in its latest inspection?
Checkers had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Checkers located?
Checkers is located at 27-12 Queens Plaza South in Queens, NY 11101.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 41642950
Last updated: June 26, 2026