Merryland Buffet

2496 Elm Place, Bronx, NY 10458
Chinese
Last inspected: Aug 20, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Merryland Buffet has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Aug 20, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F”, which has been cited three times.

Merryland Buffet's latest score of 82 sits above the Bronx average of 77. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 20, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
82
Mar 5, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
58
Aug 28, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 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
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
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
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Merryland Buffet last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Merryland Buffet on file is from Aug 20, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Merryland Buffet?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Merryland Buffet.

How does Merryland Buffet compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Merryland Buffet most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Merryland Buffet's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Merryland Buffet have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Merryland Buffet 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 Merryland Buffet inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Merryland Buffet is inspected around two times per year on average.