B

Latin American · Elmhurst

BLUE CAFE RESTAURANT & BAR health grade & inspection history

82-63 BROADWAY, Queens, NY 11373

14 latest violation-point score

Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: B (Nov 12, 2025). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Nov 12, 2025; lower is better.

Latest NYC health inspection

Health inspection snapshot

Nov 12, 2025Inspection date
4Violations recorded
2Critical items
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

Inspection details

Latest health code violations

  • 06C
    Critical violation

    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.

  • 06D
    Critical violation

    Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

  • 10B

    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.

  • 10F

    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.

Score trend

BLUE CAFE RESTAURANT & BAR inspection history

21 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.

DateGradeScoreViolationsInspection
Nov 12, 2025B144Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Nov 12, 20251Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Sep 15, 2025357Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Sep 15, 20251Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Apr 16, 2024B265Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
May 22, 2023438Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Repeat patterns

Recurring violation codes

Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.

  • 10B
    Recorded in 3 inspections

    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.

  • 05D
    Recorded in 3 inspections

    No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

  • 06C
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    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.

  • 10F
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    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.

  • 02B
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

  • 09C
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

  • 10G
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

Official location

BLUE CAFE RESTAURANT & BAR on the map

Common questions

BLUE CAFE RESTAURANT & BAR inspection FAQ

What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for BLUE CAFE RESTAURANT & BAR?

The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is B, dated Nov 12, 2025. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 14 violation points.

When was BLUE CAFE RESTAURANT & BAR last inspected?

The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Nov 12, 2025.

Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?

Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.

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