Grade AIndian

Tikka Indian Grill

119-30 METROPOLITAN AVENUE, Queens, 11415

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (10 months ago). Details below.

Last inspected Sep 17, 2025 · 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 paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.

Date	Result	Type	Violations
Sep 17, 2025	Grade A	Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection	3 (1 critical)
Feb 3, 2025	Grade Pending	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	7 (4 critical)
May 25, 2023	Grade Pending	Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection	5 (3 critical)
May 10, 2023	Grade B	Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection	5 (2 critical)
Apr 27, 2023	Grade Pending	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	9 (6 critical)
Dec 19, 2022	Grade B	Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection	4 (2 critical)
Oct 3, 2022	Grade Pending	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	5 (3 critical)

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

5×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
4×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
2×A paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
2×A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
2×A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.

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