Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
57
Last inspection
June 25, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
50 / 7
Formosa currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 25, 2026 found 7 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 57 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
June 25, 2026
- Date
- June 25, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 57
- Critical points
- 50
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 7 (5 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Jun 25, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Formosa does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Formosa's latest score: 57
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Formosa's current NYC health grade?
Formosa currently has a N grade.
When was Formosa last inspected?
Formosa was last inspected on June 25, 2026.
What was Formosa's latest inspection score?
Formosa's latest inspection score was 57 points.
How many violations did Formosa have in its latest inspection?
Formosa had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Formosa located?
Formosa is located at 43 Underhill Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11238.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50173759
Last updated: July 3, 2026