Tantra Lounge
35-50 31 STREET, Queens, 11106
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 4 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (2 years ago). Details below.
Last inspected Oct 28, 2023 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Oct 28, 2023
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.
CriticalFood was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
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.
CriticalRaw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
CriticalA staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
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.
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Flavored tobacco products sold, offered for sale
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Smoking or electronic cigarette use allowed in prohibited area
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2023 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 8 (4 critical) |
| Aug 26, 2022 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 1 rodent inspection on record, none finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
Check any restaurant before you go
Radius puts New York City’s inspection record in your pocket, in plain English.
Looking for something else in New York City? Browse New York City inspections.