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Chinese · Midtown-Times Square
MALA HOT POT health grade & inspection history
35 WEST 36 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10018
21 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Sep 18, 2024). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Feb 11, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Feb 11, 2026Inspection date
5Violations recorded
3Critical items
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 02GCritical violation
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.
- 06CCritical violation
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.
- 06FCritical violation
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
- 09B
Thawing procedure improper.
- 10E
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Score trend
MALA HOT POT inspection history
9 more inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 11, 2026 | — | 21 | 5 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Sep 18, 2024 | A | 12 | 3 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection |
Official location
MALA HOT POT on the map
Common questions
MALA HOT POT inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for MALA HOT POT?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Sep 18, 2024. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 21 violation points.
When was MALA HOT POT last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Feb 11, 2026.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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