New York City, NY - Food safety inspectors found regulatory violations at Five Guys during an inspection on 07/21/2025.
The restaurant is located at 21033 26Th Avenue Queens Ny in New York City's Whitestone district, serving local residents and visitors.
Inspectors documented: "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." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
The inspection found infractions involving pest control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines clearly states that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times.
The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive sanitation practices. Studies from public health organizations show that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. The FDA Sanitation Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining establishments.
Regulatory authorities have scheduled an extensive follow-up review to confirm that every infraction has been adequately corrected. Management are required to show complete correction before these violations will be deemed closed.
This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.
| Longitude | -73.779249707634 |
| BORO | Queens |
| Community Board | 407 |
| BUILDING | 21033 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Hamburgers |
| NTA | QN47 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| PHONE | 7182257600 |
| Census Tract | 099704 |
| BBL | 4059000024 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| STREET | 26TH AVE |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/21/2025 |
| Council District | 19 |
| GRADE DATE | 07/21/2025 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| GRADE | A |
| CAMIS | 50140303 |
| ZIPCODE | 11360 |
| SCORE | 10 |
| DBA | FIVE GUYS |
| Latitude | 40.777728493327 |
| BIN | 4439472 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 10F; 10B; 06C |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 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. || 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. || 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. |
This inspection was conducted on July 21, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 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. | 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. | 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..
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
