Sofi's Deli & Grill currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 2, 2026 found 18 violations, including 8 critical violations, for a total score of 128 points.
Latest Violations
8 critical · 10 non-critical
Critical
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.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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
Lighting inadequate; permanent lighting not provided in food preparation areas, ware washing areas, and storage rooms. Shatterproof bulb or shield to prevent broken glass from falling into food or onto surfaces, not installed.
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sofi's Deli & Grill's current NYC health grade?
Sofi's Deli & Grill does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Sofi's Deli & Grill last inspected?
Sofi's Deli & Grill was last inspected on October 2, 2026.
What was Sofi's Deli & Grill's latest inspection score?
Sofi's Deli & Grill's latest inspection score was 128 points.
How many violations did Sofi's Deli & Grill have in its latest inspection?
Sofi's Deli & Grill had 18 violations in its latest inspection, including 8 critical violations and 10 non-critical violations.
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: 50162641 Last updated: October 30, 2026
More restaurants in Queens
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.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
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
October 2, 2026
Date
October 2, 2026
Type
Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
Action
Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
