Lao Yu Yuan Dumpling House

42-35 Main Street, Queens, NY 11355

Chinese

Last inspected: Dec 12, 2024

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: B

The inspection history at Lao Yu Yuan Dumpling House is still short, with only two visits logged. On Dec 12, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around nine violations to closer to six violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food”, which has been cited two times.

Lao Yu Yuan Dumpling House's latest score of 50 falls below the Queens average of 75. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 12, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

04L

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

06D

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

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

08C

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

08A

Aug 5, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

7 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

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

04L

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain time/temperature control for safety foods (tcs) at required temperatures

05F

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lao Yu Yuan Dumpling House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lao Yu Yuan Dumpling House on file is from Dec 12, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lao Yu Yuan Dumpling House?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lao Yu Yuan Dumpling House.

How does Lao Yu Yuan Dumpling House compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Lao Yu Yuan Dumpling House most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Lao Yu Yuan Dumpling House's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Lao Yu Yuan Dumpling House have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Lao Yu Yuan Dumpling House means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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