MALA TOWN

GRADE Z

Monday, August 3, 2026

Overview

MALA TOWN in Gramercy underwent a NYC health inspection on August 3, 2026 and scored 41 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
162 EAST 25 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10010
Cuisine
Chinese
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
4 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 05H

NYC Health Code Violation 05H

No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 05H to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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MALA TOWN — Inspection Questions

Did MALA TOWN pass their NYC health inspection on August 3, 2026?
MALA TOWN underwent inspection on August 3, 2026 with a score of 41 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did MALA TOWN have?
MALA TOWN 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 05H mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 05H (NYC Health Code Violation 05H) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 05H to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.