Benediction Restaurant
210-23 JAMAICA AVENUE, Queens, 11428
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (10 days ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 31, 2026
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.
CriticalAn issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Food adulterated or misbranded. Adulterated or misbranded food possessed, being manufactured, produced, packed, sold, offered for sale, delivered or given away
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Thawing procedure improper.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2025 | Grade B | Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Mar 19, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
| Dec 27, 2024 | Grade C | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
| Sep 9, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (4 critical) |
| Jun 4, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection | 0 |
| May 24, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
| Jan 16, 2024 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 4×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
- 4×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
- 2×A paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
- 2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
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