Matteo's of Howard Beach
Last inspected: Mar 28, 2026
74
Score
Matteo's of Howard Beach, located in Queens, NY, has undergone four inspections, with the most recent assessment on March 28, 2026, resulting in a moderate risk designation. During this inspection, the facility was cited for temperature control issues regarding cold food items, as well as concerns related to ventilation systems and the handling of single-service articles.
4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 28, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
74
Nov 7, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
78
Apr 25, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
70
Aug 30, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
58
Violations — Mar 28, 2026 Inspection
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.
02G
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
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.
10F
Critical
Not Critical
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