Ma Kin

74-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Queens, NY 11379
Thai
Last inspected: Dec 12, 2025
33
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 12, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around three violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F”, showing up two times.

Ma Kin's latest score of 33 falls below the Queens average of 75. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

2
Inspections
6
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 12, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
6 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.
03A
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
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
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
33
Jul 16, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / 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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ma Kin last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ma Kin on file is from Dec 12, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ma Kin?

Across the inspection record, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ma Kin.

How does Ma Kin compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Ma Kin most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Ma Kin's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Ma Kin have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Ma Kin 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.