The Monster Crab

211-35 26 Avenue, Queens, NY 11360
Seafood
Last inspected: May 4, 2026
58
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The health department has logged four inspections at The Monster Crab, the earliest from 2023. On May 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.

“Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Compared to other Queens restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

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Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
58
Sep 8, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
37
Dec 21, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
82
Aug 30, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Monster Crab last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Monster Crab on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Monster Crab?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Monster Crab.

How does The Monster Crab compare to other restaurants in Queens?

The Monster Crab most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has The Monster Crab's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Monster Crab have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Monster Crab 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 The Monster Crab inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Monster Crab is inspected roughly once per year on average.