Queens, NY — Home Of Astoria (Hoa), a fusion restaurant located at 28-49 Steinway Street in Astoria, was closed by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) following an inspection conducted on February 5, 2026. The restaurant received a score of 3 points, which falls within the Grade A range, and was cited for two non-critical violations.
The closure is notable given the low score recorded during the inspection. Under NYC's restaurant grading system, a score of 3 would typically qualify for the highest possible grade. However, DOHMH indicated that violations were cited and those requiring immediate action were addressed, resulting in the establishment's closure.
The inspection data was released publicly by DOHMH on February 11, 2026.
What Inspectors Found
During the February 5 inspection, health inspectors documented two non-critical violations at Home Of Astoria (Hoa). No critical violations were recorded.
The first violation, cited under Code 10F, involved non-food contact surfaces or equipment that were either 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. This type of violation relates to the maintenance and accessibility of equipment surfaces that do not come into direct contact with food but must still meet sanitary standards.
The second violation, cited under Code 28-01, noted that a nuisance was created or allowed to exist, with the facility not being free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive, or annoying conditions. This code addresses general environmental and safety conditions within the restaurant that could affect the overall sanitary operation of the establishment.
While neither violation was classified as critical — meaning they did not represent conditions likely to contribute directly to foodborne illness — DOHMH determined that the issues identified warranted closure of the establishment.
Food Safety Context
Restaurant inspections in New York City are conducted under the authority of NYC Health Code Article 81, which establishes sanitary requirements for food service establishments. These regulations align with the FDA Food Code, which provides a model framework for safeguarding public health through proper food handling, preparation, and facility maintenance.
Non-food contact surface violations, such as the Code 10F citation, address equipment and surfaces that, while not directly touching food, must be maintained in a clean and accessible condition. The FDA Food Code specifies that equipment should be designed and installed to be easily cleanable, as poorly maintained non-food contact surfaces can harbor bacteria and contribute to unsanitary conditions over time.
The nuisance condition cited under Code 28-01 reflects broader facility standards that restaurants must maintain. These conditions can encompass a range of issues from structural concerns to environmental factors that may create unsafe or unsanitary conditions for staff and patrons.
DOHMH inspectors have the authority to close an establishment when conditions observed during an inspection warrant immediate corrective action, regardless of the overall point score.
Inspection History
The February 5 closure was part of a pattern of recent inspection activity at Home Of Astoria (Hoa). The restaurant's inspection record shows a history of fluctuating scores:
- February 6, 2026: Score of 2 (Grade Z), establishment reopened
- February 5, 2026: Score of 3, closed by DOHMH (current inspection)
- January 23, 2026: Score of 53, closed by DOHMH
- September 14, 2023: Score of 23
- March 15, 2023: Score of 39 (Grade C)
- August 26, 2022: Score of 30
The record indicates that the restaurant was also closed on January 23, 2026, after receiving a score of 53 points during an earlier inspection — a significantly higher score indicating multiple violations at that time. The restaurant subsequently reopened on February 6, 2026, the day after the inspection covered in this report, receiving a score of 2 points with a Grade Z designation, which is assigned while a grade is pending adjudication.
The restaurant's history shows scores ranging from a low of 2 to a high of 53 over the past several years, with a Grade C recorded in March 2023.
Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades
New York City assigns letter grades to restaurants based on the total violation points recorded during inspections. The grading scale is as follows:
- Grade A: 0 to 13 points
- Grade B: 14 to 27 points
- Grade C: 28 or more points
Lower scores indicate fewer or less severe violations. A Grade A represents the highest level of compliance with health code standards. Restaurants that receive a Grade B or C on an initial inspection may request a re-inspection or contest the grade through an administrative tribunal hearing. A Grade Z designation indicates that a grade is pending.
Inspection results for all New York City restaurants, including Home Of Astoria (Hoa), are publicly available through the DOHMH restaurant inspection database. Consumers can review detailed inspection histories, violation descriptions, and current grades for any inspected food service establishment in the city.
For more information about NYC restaurant inspections and food safety standards, residents can visit the DOHMH website or call 311.
More About This Restaurant
View the full inspection history for Home Of Astoria (Hoa) including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.