DONG YUE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Overview

DONG YUE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT was ordered closed by the NYC Health Department on December 13, 2022 following a health inspection. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
136-14 38 AVENUE
Queens, NY 11354
Cuisine
Chinese
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
13 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 09B

Thawing procedure improper

Thawing procedure improper.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Improper thawing allows surface bacteria to multiply while interior remains frozen

📋 Code Requirements

Thaw under refrigeration, under cold running water, in microwave, or as part of cooking

CDC Risk Factor: Improper Holding/Time & Temperature
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.09
Inspector's Action:

Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.

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DONG YUE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT — Inspection Questions

Did DONG YUE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT pass their NYC health inspection on December 13, 2022?
DONG YUE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT was closed by the health department on December 13, 2022 with a score of 88 points. The facility was ordered closed due to serious health violations.
What critical violations did DONG YUE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT have?
DONG YUE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 09B mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 09B (Thawing procedure improper) is a major violation. Frozen foods must be thawed using approved methods to prevent bacterial growth Improper thawing allows surface bacteria to multiply while interior remains frozen