Brooklyn, NY — Ms. Ohho, a Korean restaurant located at 146 Nassau Avenue in Williamsburg, received a score of 31 points during a health inspection conducted on March 11, 2026. The score resulted in a Grade C rating after inspectors documented critical food safety violations. Data from the inspection was released by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) on March 13, 2026.
The restaurant remained open following the inspection, with violations cited for correction.
What Inspectors Found
Health inspectors documented one critical violation during their visit to the establishment. The violation, classified under code 04H, involved food that was adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded according to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) protocols.
This violation category encompasses situations where raw, cooked, or prepared food comes into contact with contaminants, is stored improperly, or remains in service when it should have been discarded. The specific nature of the contamination at Ms. Ohho was documented by inspectors as part of the public inspection record.
HACCP plans are systematic preventive approaches to food safety that identify physical, chemical, and biological hazards in production processes. When establishments fail to follow these protocols, food products may become unsafe for consumption.
Food Safety Context
The violation documented at Ms. Ohho falls under NYC Health Code Article 81, which establishes mandatory food safety standards for all food service establishments operating in New York City. Article 81 requires that all food be obtained from approved sources, stored at proper temperatures, and protected from contamination during preparation and service.
The FDA Food Code, which serves as the foundation for New York City's regulations, defines adulterated food as any product that contains poisonous or deleterious substances, is prepared under unsanitary conditions, or is otherwise unfit for human consumption. Cross-contamination occurs when harmful bacteria or allergens transfer from one food item to another, typically through shared cutting boards, utensils, or improper hand hygiene.
Under the city's letter grading system, establishments scoring 28 points or higher receive a Grade C, indicating multiple violations or serious food safety concerns requiring immediate corrective action.
Inspection History
Ms. Ohho's inspection record shows varying compliance over recent years:
- March 11, 2026: Score 31 (Grade C)
- November 18, 2024: Score 13 (Grade A)
- December 21, 2023: Score 31
- September 8, 2022: Score 0 (Grade A)
- July 20, 2022: Score 0
The restaurant previously received a score of 31 points in December 2023, the same score documented in the most recent inspection. Prior to that, the establishment maintained Grade A ratings with scores of 13 points or fewer.
Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades
New York City requires all food service establishments to display letter grades based on inspection scores:
- Grade A: 0-13 points (highest rating)
- Grade B: 14-27 points
- Grade C: 28 or more points
Points are assigned for each violation documented during inspections. Critical violations, which pose immediate health risks, carry higher point values than non-critical violations. Establishments have the right to request re-inspection to improve their grade.
The DOHMH conducts unannounced inspections of restaurants at least once per year, with additional inspections triggered by complaints or follow-up requirements. Inspection results are public record and available online through the city's restaurant grading database.
Consumers seeking information about restaurant inspection results can access current and historical data through the NYC DOHMH website. The agency also provides educational resources about food safety standards and how the grading system works.
Restaurant operators are required to correct all violations and may face additional inspections to verify compliance. Repeat violations or failure to address critical issues can result in fines, mandatory closure, or permit revocation.
More About This Restaurant
View the full inspection history for Ms. Ohho including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.