Masala Box

42-02 Bell Boulevard, Queens, NY 11361
Indian
Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Masala Box has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 12, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

Across the inspection history, “food contact surface not properly washed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Masala Box is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 12, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
82
Jan 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
70
Jan 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations.
View 4 violations
After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.
02H
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
06B
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
55
Jan 4, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations.
View 4 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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
55

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Masala Box last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Masala Box on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Masala Box?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Masala Box.

How does Masala Box compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Masala Box most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Masala Box's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Masala Box have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Masala Box 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 Masala Box inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Masala Box is inspected roughly once per year on average.