Mama's Fried Chicken
195-29 JAMAICA AVENUE, Queens, 11423
Should you eat here?
Caution — a pest-related violation was found at the latest inspection (7 years ago).
Last inspected May 30, 2019 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on May 30, 2019
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.
CriticalSigns 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.
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Toxic chemical improperly labeled, stored or used such that food contamination may occur.
CriticalRaw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
CriticalFood was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
CriticalAn issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Food Protection Certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.
CriticalA staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. Hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. Soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.
CriticalFood was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Appropriately scaled metal stem-type thermometer or thermocouple not provided or used to evaluate temperatures of potentially hazardous foods during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.
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.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. Unacceptable material used. Non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/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.
Proper sanitization not provided for utensil ware washing operation.
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
The original nutritional fact labels and/or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2019 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 14 (10 critical) |
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