Barcelo Restaurant
55-33 MYRTLE AVENUE, Queens, 11385
Should you eat here?
Caution — a pest-related violation was found at the latest inspection (7 years ago).
Last inspected Aug 23, 2018 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Aug 23, 2018
Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
CriticalSigns of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Facility not vermin proof. Harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage-associated (FRSA) flies present in facility’s food and/or non-food areas. Filth flies include house flies, little house flies, blow flies, bottle flies and flesh flies. Food/refuse/sewage-associated flies include fruit flies, drain flies and Phorid flies.
CriticalFood was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Cold food item held above 41º F (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºF) except during necessary preparation.
CriticalRaw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
CriticalFood was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Hot food item not held at or above 140º F.
CriticalA staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Personal cleanliness inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared.
CriticalFood was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Pesticide use not in accordance with label or applicable laws. Prohibited chemical used/stored. Open bait station used.
A problem with equipment or the physical facility (plumbing, floors, lighting, ventilation).
Food contact surface not properly maintained.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 23, 2018 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 9 (6 critical) |
| Mar 28, 2018 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Mar 21, 2018 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
| Nov 30, 2017 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 2×A problem with equipment or the physical facility (plumbing, floors, lighting, ventilation).
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 3 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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