Lao Ma Ma La Tang

136-20 Roosevelt Avenue, Queens, NY 11354
Chinese
Last inspected: Feb 14, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Lao Ma Ma La Tang stretching back to 2023. On Feb 14, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “thawing procedure improper” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Among Queens restaurants, the typical score is 75; Lao Ma Ma La Tang is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 14, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
82
Sep 30, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
78
Apr 13, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lao Ma Ma La Tang last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lao Ma Ma La Tang on file is from Feb 14, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lao Ma Ma La Tang?

Across the inspection record, “thawing procedure improper” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lao Ma Ma La Tang.

How does Lao Ma Ma La Tang compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Lao Ma Ma La Tang most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Lao Ma Ma La Tang's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lao Ma Ma La Tang have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lao Ma Ma La Tang 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 Lao Ma Ma La Tang inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lao Ma Ma La Tang is inspected roughly once per year on average.