Tandoori Kitchen in Rosedale Fails Health Inspection

TANDOORI KITCHEN restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - An inspection conducted at Tandoori Kitchen on 08/12/2025 identified food safety violations.

Located in the heart of Rosedale, Tandoori Kitchen operates from a prominent location at 15412 Rockaway Boulevard Queens Ny, making it easily accessible to area customers.

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The inspection details: "06. Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted (critical: not critical). 02g." These circumstances require correction according to industry standards.

The inspection identified violations related to temperature control, an important area of food safety.

Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate temperature control procedures. As outlined in USDA Safe Temperature Standards, The FDA requires continuous temperature monitoring for all potentially hazardous foods in commercial kitchens. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.

The examination revealed violations related to pest control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.

Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate pest control procedures. As outlined in FDA Food Code Standards, The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.

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 Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. 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.

Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.

The broader restaurant industry can learn valuable lessons from such cases, emphasizing the need for continuous vigilance to food safety standards. Consumer awareness remains a crucial component in maintaining community food safety.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

Census Tract 029400
BBL 4121370141
NTA QN02
BORO Queens
INSPECTION TYPE Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Community Board 412
Council District 28
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Indian
CAMIS 50104950
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
SCORE 13
Longitude -73.78100952164
GRADE DATE 08/12/2025
BIN 4541582
DBA TANDOORI KITCHEN
INSPECTION DATE 08/12/2025
ZIPCODE 11434
Latitude 40.667932622227
GRADE A
BUILDING 15412
STREET ROCKAWAY BLVD
PHONE 3476767746
VIOLATION CODES 10F; 20-06; 02G
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. || 20-06: Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted || 02G: 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on August 12, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

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. | 20-06: Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted | 02G: 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..

Why are these violations concerning?

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.

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📋 Data Sources & Health Guidelines

Inspection Data Source

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 .

Federal Health Guidelines

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.