THE MONSTER CRAB

GRADE Z

Thursday, July 23, 2026

Overview

THE MONSTER CRAB in Queens underwent a NYC health inspection on July 23, 2026 and scored 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
40-01 NORTHERN BOULEVARD
Queens, NY 11101
Cuisine
Seafood
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
3 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 06C

Food not protected from contamination

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.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Unprotected food exposed to bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and physical contaminants

📋 Code Requirements

Cover all food; store 6 inches off floor; protect from customer contamination; use sneeze guards

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.09
Inspector's Action:

Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.

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THE MONSTER CRAB — Inspection Questions

Did THE MONSTER CRAB pass their NYC health inspection on July 23, 2026?
THE MONSTER CRAB underwent inspection on July 23, 2026 with a score of 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did THE MONSTER CRAB have?
THE MONSTER CRAB 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 06C mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 06C (Food not protected from contamination) is a critical violation. All food must be protected from contamination during storage, prep, display and service Unprotected food exposed to bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and physical contaminants