Funky Monkey

1205 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310
Irish
Last inspected: Sep 15, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Funky Monkey three times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 15, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Staten Island sits at 75, putting Funky Monkey on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 15, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
82
Jan 17, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
90
Jan 5, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Funky Monkey last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Funky Monkey on file is from Sep 15, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Funky Monkey?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Funky Monkey.

How does Funky Monkey compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Funky Monkey most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Funky Monkey's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Funky Monkey have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Funky Monkey 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 Funky Monkey inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Funky Monkey is inspected roughly once per year on average.