Nepali Momo Cafe

74-18 37 Road, Queens, NY 11372
Asian / Fusion
Last inspected: Sep 2, 2025
70
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Across the available record, Nepali Momo Cafe has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 2, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: four violations last time, three this time.

The pattern that stands out is evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average Queens facility scores 75, putting Nepali Momo Cafe on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

3
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 2, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
Jul 23, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur.
04E
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
37
Nov 13, 2023
Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nepali Momo Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nepali Momo Cafe on file is from Sep 2, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nepali Momo Cafe?

Across the inspection record, evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nepali Momo Cafe.

How does Nepali Momo Cafe compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Nepali Momo Cafe most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Nepali Momo Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Nepali Momo Cafe have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about four previously.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Nepali Momo Cafe 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 Nepali Momo Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Nepali Momo Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.