Jamaica Fish Market
175-27 JAMAICA AVENUE, Queens, 11432
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (4 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Mar 12, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
| Dec 10, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection | 1 |
| Nov 5, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection | 7 (4 critical) |
| Sep 22, 2025 | Grade C | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 7 (3 critical) |
| Jun 10, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 5 (4 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 5×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 8 rodent inspections on record, 6 finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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