Le Petit Monstre

82 Washington Ave, Bronx, NY

Vegetarian

Last inspected: Oct 9, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show three inspections at Le Petit Monstre stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Oct 9, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to eight violations.

When inspectors have written things up, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Le Petit Monstre's latest score of 41 falls below the Bronx average of 77. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 9, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 8 violations

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

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

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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

04H

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

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

Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

08B

Jun 5, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

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

Dec 8, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Le Petit Monstre last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Le Petit Monstre on file is from Oct 9, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Le Petit Monstre?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Le Petit Monstre.

How does Le Petit Monstre compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Le Petit Monstre most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Le Petit Monstre's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Le Petit Monstre have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Le Petit Monstre 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.

How often is Le Petit Monstre inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Le Petit Monstre is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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