Yummy Mandarin Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2025
95
Score
Across the available record, Yummy Mandarin Restaurant has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 9, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided”, which has been cited three times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Queens restaurant scores 75. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
Mar 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 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
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
50
Feb 5, 2024
Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Compliance Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
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
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
64
Jan 19, 2024
Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
05H
Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain time/temperature control for safety foods (tcs) at required temperatures
05F
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
50
Dec 4, 2023
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
05H
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
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 rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain time/temperature control for safety foods (tcs) at required temperatures
05F
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
20-08
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
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
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
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
32
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Yummy Mandarin Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Yummy Mandarin Restaurant on file is from Apr 9, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Yummy Mandarin Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Yummy Mandarin Restaurant.
How does Yummy Mandarin Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Queens?
Yummy Mandarin Restaurant most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.
Has Yummy Mandarin Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Yummy Mandarin Restaurant have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Yummy Mandarin Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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