New York City, NY - A routine inspection at Texas Chicken & Burgers on 08/06/2025 resulted in citations for health code violations.
Situated at 24435 Merrick Boulevard Queens Ny in Jamaica, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.
The inspection details: "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, fle." These circumstances require correction according to industry standards.
The inspection identified violations related to temperature control, an important area of food safety.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper temperature control protocols. The FDA Temperature Safety Guidelines clearly states that The FDA requires continuous temperature monitoring for all potentially hazardous foods in commercial kitchens.
The examination revealed violations related to hand washing, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper hand washing protocols. The FDA Hand Washing Standards clearly states that The CDC emphasizes that inadequate hand washing contributes to approximately 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks.
The inspection found infractions involving pest control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
The inspection found infractions involving sanitation, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
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.
These types of violations require attention to maintain compliance standards for the establishment and its customers. Health officials note that addressing such conditions helps maintain public confidence in food service 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.
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.
| Council District | 14 |
| CAMIS | 50033133 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| BBL | 2031920001 |
| Longitude | -73.908324242113 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| Census Tract | 025100 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| SCORE | 13 |
| BORO | Bronx |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/21/2025 |
| BUILDING | 21 |
| NTA | BX36 |
| STREET | WEST BURNSIDE AVENUE |
| ZIPCODE | 10453 |
| GRADE DATE | 07/21/2025 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Chicken |
| GRADE | A |
| BIN | 2014148 |
| Community Board | 205 |
| DBA | TEXAS CHICKEN & BURGERS |
| Latitude | 40.853818300273 |
| PHONE | 3474981100 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 08A; 04N; 08B |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 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. || 08B: Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant; with tight-fitting lids; and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage; refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected; stored; removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance. |
This inspection was conducted on August 6, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 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. | 08B: Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance..
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.
