La Playa Restaurant
87-16 ROCKAWAY BEACH BOULEVARD, Queens, 11693
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (4 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 2, 2026
Raw 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.
CriticalA 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.
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled DO NOT USE
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Jun 24, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
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