Grade AChinese

Shaji Bbq

41-73A BOWNE STREET, Queens, 11355

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (2 months ago). Details below.

Last inspected May 28, 2026 · New York City health department

Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Critical
A 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.

Date	Result	Type	Violations
May 28, 2026	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	3 (1 critical)
Sep 3, 2024	Grade Pending	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	5 (2 critical)
Feb 29, 2024	Grade B	Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection	3 (3 critical)
Nov 9, 2023	Grade Pending	Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection	7 (3 critical)

Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.

2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
2×A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.

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