Panino Rustico Of Howard Beach
161-16 CROSSBAY BOULEVARD, Queens, 11414
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (4 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Mar 28, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Mar 28, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
CriticalFood was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 28, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Sep 27, 2024 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
| Aug 8, 2024 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 7 (4 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Around this address
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- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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