Mala Hot Pot
35 WEST 36 STREET, Manhattan, 10018
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 3 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (5 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Feb 11, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Feb 11, 2026
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
CriticalFood was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
CriticalRaw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking 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.
CriticalA general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Thawing procedure improper.
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 11, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Sep 18, 2024 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
Around this address
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- 3 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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