American · 68-53 Forest Avenue · Queens 11385
A Grade A posted 2026-06-03 (score 12)
2026-06-03 · Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection · Violations were cited · score 12 A
| Code | Description | Critical |
|---|---|---|
| 04J | 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. | Critical |
| 06C | 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 |
| 09E | Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink. | — |
GRADE A
1 open HPD violations — 0 class C
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1 Food Establishment complaint to 311 at this address in the last three years (most often: No Permit or License), shared by 3 restaurants · complaints filed by the public; DOHMH investigates, outcomes aren't published.
Other restaurants at this address: Burek Pizza, Carrie's Corner Cafe.
Report to 311: Food poisoning · Food safety complaint
68-53 Forest Avenue