Shah's Express / Castle Chicken
5987 BROADWAY, Bronx, 10471
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (1 year ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 21, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 21, 2025
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
CriticalA general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Thawing procedure improper.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 21, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Oct 25, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
| Sep 4, 2024 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 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×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 9 rodent inspections on record, 6 finding rat activity.
- 5 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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