Pot Noodle & Tea House

85-17 37 Avenue, Queens, NY 11372

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Jul 15, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Pot Noodle & Tea House stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jul 15, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from six violations to two.

When inspectors have written things up, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Pot Noodle & Tea House's latest score of 82 sits above the Queens average of 75. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 15, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

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

May 14, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 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

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

06E

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

Nov 13, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.

20-01

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pot Noodle & Tea House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pot Noodle & Tea House on file is from Jul 15, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pot Noodle & Tea House?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pot Noodle & Tea House.

How does Pot Noodle & Tea House compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Pot Noodle & Tea House most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Pot Noodle & Tea House's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pot Noodle & Tea House have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about six previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pot Noodle & Tea House 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 Pot Noodle & Tea House inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pot Noodle & Tea House is inspected around two times per year on average.

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