Mottley Kitchen

402 East 140 Street, Bronx, NY 10454

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Nov 28, 2025

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Mottley Kitchen has four inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Nov 28, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “sanitized equipment or utensil” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to other Bronx restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Nov 28, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

View 2 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

Sep 2, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

Unclean or cracked whole eggs or unpasteurized liquid, frozen or powdered eggs kept or used.

03C

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

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

04H

Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur.

04E

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

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

Jul 22, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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

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

02B

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

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

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

Jan 8, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mottley Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mottley Kitchen on file is from Nov 28, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mottley Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “sanitized equipment or utensil” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mottley Kitchen.

How does Mottley Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Mottley Kitchen most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Mottley Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mottley Kitchen have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Mottley Kitchen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Mottley Kitchen inspected?

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

Nearby Restaurants

Five Star Kennedy Pizza Chicken & Waffles

266 Willis Avenue

Score: 78 — Low Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Bronx → Greek / Mediterranean restaurants in NYC → Greek / Mediterranean restaurants in Bronx