Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
June 18, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 7
Kandela currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 18, 2025 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 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.
- Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
- 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
June 18, 2025
- Date
- June 18, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 18, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 24, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 14, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Kandela's most recent graded inspection in June 2025 was a A, after a B in October 2023.
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.
Kandela's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kandela's current NYC health grade?
Kandela currently has a A grade.
When was Kandela last inspected?
Kandela was last inspected on June 18, 2025.
What was Kandela's latest inspection score?
Kandela's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Kandela have in its latest inspection?
Kandela had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Kandela located?
Kandela is located at 150-03 Crossbay Boulevard in Queens, NY 11417.
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: 50096075
Last updated: June 26, 2026