Hou Yi Hot Pot

92 Hester Street, Manhattan, NY 10002

Chinese

Last inspected: Aug 12, 2025

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Hou Yi Hot Pot has been inspected four times since 2022. On Aug 12, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about six violations before that.

The pattern that stands out is “food contact surface not properly washed”, which has been cited two times.

Hou Yi Hot Pot's latest score of 70 falls below the Manhattan average of 77. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 12, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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.

06C

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

08C

Dec 23, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 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

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

04L

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

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

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

Sep 27, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

04L

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

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

08A

Nov 7, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

10F

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Lighting inadequate; permanent lighting not provided in food preparation areas, ware washing areas, and storage rooms. shatterproof bulb or shield to prevent broken glass from falling into food or onto surfaces, not installed.

10C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hou Yi Hot Pot last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hou Yi Hot Pot on file is from Aug 12, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hou Yi Hot Pot?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hou Yi Hot Pot.

How does Hou Yi Hot Pot compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Hou Yi Hot Pot most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Hou Yi Hot Pot's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hou Yi Hot Pot have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Hou Yi Hot Pot means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Hou Yi Hot Pot inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hou Yi Hot Pot is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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