Merryland Buffet
2496 ELM PLACE, Bronx, 10458
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (11 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Aug 20, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Aug 20, 2025
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Mar 5, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Aug 28, 2023 | Grade B | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 32 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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