A

Indian · Flushing-Willets Point

NYC TIKKA MASALA health grade & inspection history

44-27 KISSENA BOULEVARD, Queens, NY 11355

35 latest violation-point score

Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Dec 31, 2024). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on May 12, 2026; lower is better.

Latest NYC health inspection

Health inspection snapshot

May 12, 2026Inspection date
7Violations recorded
4Critical items
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

Inspection details

Latest health code violations

  • 02B
    Critical violation

    Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

  • 04L
    Critical violation

    Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

  • 06D
    Critical violation

    Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

  • 06E
    Critical violation

    Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

  • 08A

    Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

  • 09C

    Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

  • 10F

    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.

Score trend

NYC TIKKA MASALA inspection history

22 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.

DateGradeScoreViolationsInspection
May 12, 2026357Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Dec 31, 2024A133Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Dec 31, 20241Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Mar 27, 2024A132Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Mar 27, 20242Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Jan 9, 2024397Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

Repeat patterns

Recurring violation codes

Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.

  • 06E
    Recorded in 3 inspections

    Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

  • 08A
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

  • 06C
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    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.

  • 10B
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    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.

  • 20-04
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    “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.

Official location

NYC TIKKA MASALA on the map

Common questions

NYC TIKKA MASALA inspection FAQ

What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for NYC TIKKA MASALA?

The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Dec 31, 2024. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 35 violation points.

When was NYC TIKKA MASALA last inspected?

The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated May 12, 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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