What is The Kiss ME Bar's health inspection score?

The Kiss ME Bar has a SafeDine safety score of 69 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was The Kiss ME Bar last inspected?

The Kiss ME Bar was last inspected on December 10, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does The Kiss ME Bar have?

The Kiss ME Bar has 12 total violations across 3 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is The Kiss ME Bar safe to eat at?

The Kiss ME Bar has a safety score of 69/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does The Kiss ME Bar serve?

The Kiss ME Bar serves Latin American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

The Kiss ME Bar

Name: The Kiss ME Bar
Address: 42-18 JUNCTION BOULEVARD, Queens, 11368
Rating: 69

42-18 JUNCTION BOULEVARD, Queens

Last Inspected: 12/10/2025

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Latin American•Queens

Ranked #976 of 1000 in QueensBetter than 60% of latin american restaurants

Improving

2 inspections

Last: Dec 10, 2025

medium confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Cross-contaminationHigh Priority

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

Live Data Feed

Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-48

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-4 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-14 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+65 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

Real-time Score: 52/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (69/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

Location

42-18 JUNCTION BOULEVARD, Queens, NY 11368

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Inspection History

2 records on file

1 Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection1 Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

Dec 25

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection InspectionLatestViolations were cited in the following area(s).

1 High1 Med

2 total1 risk factor

80/100inspection score

−15 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.Risk Factor−10

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

10FNon-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.−5

Base deductions−15 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Nov 25

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).

4 High6 Med

10 total3 risk factors

15/100inspection score

−70 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

04LEvidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.Risk Factor−10
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.Risk Factor−10
05DNo 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.−10
04EToxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur.Risk Factor−10

Intermediate (6)

−30 pts

10BAnti-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.−5
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.−5
10DMechanical 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.−5
10AToilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.−5
10GDishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.−5
09EWash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.−5

Base deductions−70 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 pts

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Data source: NYC DOHMH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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