Halal Buffet Health Inspection Grade
Middle Eastern · 113-18 Sutphin Boulevard, Queens, NY 11435
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
58
Last inspection
November 21, 2019
Critical / non-critical points
46 / 12
Halal Buffet currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 21, 2019 found 7 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 58 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Cold food item held above 41º F (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºF) except during necessary preparation.
- Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
- Food Protection Certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.
- Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Facility not vermin proof. Harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
- Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. Unacceptable material used. Non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- Current letter grade sign not posted.
Latest Inspection Details
November 21, 2019
- Date
- November 21, 2019
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 58
- Critical points
- 46
- Non-critical points
- 12
- Violations
- 7 (4 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
13 inspections
Nov 21, 2019
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Jun 4, 2019
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 9, 2019
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 10, 2018
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 1, 2018
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 17, 2018
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 23, 2018
Inspection Type: Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 29, 2018
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
Mar 28, 2018
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Mar 26, 2018
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Mar 15, 2018
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Sep 15, 2017
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 10, 2017
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Halal Buffet's most recent graded inspection in June 2019 was a B, after a A in December 2018.
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.
Halal Buffet's latest score: 58
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halal Buffet's current NYC health grade?
Halal Buffet does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Halal Buffet last inspected?
Halal Buffet was last inspected on November 21, 2019.
What was Halal Buffet's latest inspection score?
Halal Buffet's latest inspection score was 58 points.
How many violations did Halal Buffet have in its latest inspection?
Halal Buffet had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Halal Buffet located?
Halal Buffet is located at 113-18 Sutphin Boulevard in Queens, NY 11435.
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: 50048617
Last updated: June 26, 2026