Momo Ashi
Last inspected: Mar 21, 2025
50
Score
Public records show five inspections at Momo Ashi stretching back to 2023. On Mar 21, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
The latest visit found six violations, down from seven violations the time before.
Food contact surface not properly washed accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 75, which Momo Ashi's 50 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
5
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 21, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
50
Jan 9, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
61
Dec 12, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
6 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
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
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
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
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
33
Jun 27, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
May 9, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
6 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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 protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)
19-06
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Momo Ashi last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Momo Ashi on file is from Mar 21, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Momo Ashi?
Across the inspection record, food contact surface not properly washed has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Momo Ashi.
How does Momo Ashi compare to other restaurants in Queens?
Momo Ashi most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.
Has Momo Ashi's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Momo Ashi have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around six violations compared to about seven previously.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Momo Ashi 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 Momo Ashi inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Momo Ashi is inspected around three times per year on average.
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