Grade AMiddle Eastern

Al-aqsa Restaurant

1758 HYLAN BOULEVARD, Staten Island, 10305

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 3 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (2 months ago). Details below.

Last inspected Jun 2, 2026 · New York City health department

What the inspector found on Jun 2, 2026

  • Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.

    Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

    Critical
  • A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.

    Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

    Critical
  • Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.

    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.

    Critical
  • A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.

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

Inspection history

DateResultTypeViolations
Jun 2, 2026Grade PendingCycle Inspection / Initial Inspection4 (3 critical)
Nov 1, 2024Grade ACycle Inspection / Initial Inspection2 (1 critical)

Problems that keep coming back

Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.

  • 2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.

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