Express Fordham Fried Seafood

161 East 188 Street, Bronx, NY 10468

Seafood

Last inspected: Nov 21, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show four inspections at Express Fordham Fried Seafood stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 21, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The latest visit found two violations, down from four violations the time before.

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to the broader Bronx restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 21, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Jun 27, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.

10B

Oct 10, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

10B

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Aug 30, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

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.

02G

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

10B

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Express Fordham Fried Seafood last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Express Fordham Fried Seafood on file is from Nov 21, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Express Fordham Fried Seafood?

Across the inspection record, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Express Fordham Fried Seafood.

How does Express Fordham Fried Seafood compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Express Fordham Fried Seafood most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Express Fordham Fried Seafood's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Express Fordham Fried Seafood have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Express Fordham Fried Seafood means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Express Fordham Fried Seafood inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Express Fordham Fried Seafood is inspected around two times per year on average.

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