New York City, NY - A health department inspection at Tap Nyc on 07/22/2025 revealed multiple health code violations.
Situated at 3307 Ditmars Boulevard Queens Ny in Astoria, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.
According to inspection records: "04k. Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. (critical: critical). 04n. Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in esta." This type of violation requires correction to maintain food safety standards.
The inspection identified violations related to pest control, an important area of food safety.
Restaurant industry studies show that pest-related violations often correlate with other sanitation deficiencies According to HACCP Prevention Guidelines, Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving sanitation, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance According to Food Safety Modernization Act, The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
City health officials have required that Tap Nyc promptly correct these infractions before continuing food service. Re-examination will be conducted to ensure corrections.
Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.
| Latitude | 40.775289327032 |
| BORO | Queens |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| NTA | QN72 |
| Census Tract | 011300 |
| PHONE | 3475070294 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| DBA | TAP NYC |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| SCORE | 24 |
| BBL | 4008307501 |
| CAMIS | 50142142 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Brazilian |
| ZIPCODE | 11105 |
| GRADE DATE | 07/22/2025 |
| STREET | DITMARS BLVD |
| Council District | 22 |
| Community Board | 401 |
| Longitude | -73.909501493071 |
| GRADE | Z |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/22/2025 |
| BIN | 4311899 |
| BUILDING | 3307 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 04K; 04N; 08A; 06C; 04H |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 04K: Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. || 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies; blow flies; bottle flies; flesh flies; drain flies; Phorid flies and fruit flies. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 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. || 04H: Raw; cooked or prepared food is adulterated; contaminated; cross-contaminated; or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. |
This inspection was conducted on July 22, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 04K: Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. | 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 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. | 04H: Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan..
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.
