Kew Gardens Cinemas Health Inspection Grade
American · 81-05 Lefferts Boulevard, Queens, NY 11415
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
June 30, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 2
Kew Gardens Cinemas currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 30, 2026 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Non-Critical
- 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
June 30, 2026
- Date
- June 30, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Jun 30, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 2, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Kew Gardens Cinemas has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2026 and July 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its July 2024 score of 7.
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.
Kew Gardens Cinemas's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kew Gardens Cinemas's current NYC health grade?
Kew Gardens Cinemas currently has a A grade.
When was Kew Gardens Cinemas last inspected?
Kew Gardens Cinemas was last inspected on June 30, 2026.
What was Kew Gardens Cinemas's latest inspection score?
Kew Gardens Cinemas's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Kew Gardens Cinemas have in its latest inspection?
Kew Gardens Cinemas had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Kew Gardens Cinemas located?
Kew Gardens Cinemas is located at 81-05 Lefferts Boulevard in Queens, NY 11415.
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: 40695260
Last updated: July 3, 2026