Chill Tavern BBQ Health Inspection Grade
Barbecue · 137-38 Northern Boulevard, Queens, NY 11354
Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
57
Last inspection
January 15, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
48 / 9
Chill Tavern BBQ currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 15, 2026 found 11 violations, including 7 critical violations, for a total score of 57 points.
Latest Violations
7 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 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.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- 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.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Non-Critical
- “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
- Thawing procedure improper.
- Failure to conspicuously post a hyperlink to the Department’s inspection lookup tool as required.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
January 15, 2026
- Date
- January 15, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 57
- Critical points
- 48
- Non-critical points
- 9
- Violations
- 11 (7 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Jan 15, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Chill Tavern BBQ does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Chill Tavern BBQ's latest score: 57
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chill Tavern BBQ's current NYC health grade?
Chill Tavern BBQ currently has a N grade.
When was Chill Tavern BBQ last inspected?
Chill Tavern BBQ was last inspected on January 15, 2026.
What was Chill Tavern BBQ's latest inspection score?
Chill Tavern BBQ's latest inspection score was 57 points.
How many violations did Chill Tavern BBQ have in its latest inspection?
Chill Tavern BBQ had 11 violations in its latest inspection, including 7 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Chill Tavern BBQ located?
Chill Tavern BBQ is located at 137-38 Northern Boulevard in Queens, NY 11354.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50165056
Last updated: July 3, 2026