Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
21
Last inspection
February 11, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
17 / 4
Mala Hot Pot currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 11, 2026 found 5 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 21 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- 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.
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Non-Critical
- Thawing procedure improper.
- Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Latest Inspection Details
February 11, 2026
- Date
- February 11, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 21
- Critical points
- 17
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 5 (3 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Feb 11, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 18, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Mala Hot Pot received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in September 2024 with a score of 12.
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.
Mala Hot Pot's latest score: 21
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mala Hot Pot's current NYC health grade?
Mala Hot Pot does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Mala Hot Pot last inspected?
Mala Hot Pot was last inspected on February 11, 2026.
What was Mala Hot Pot's latest inspection score?
Mala Hot Pot's latest inspection score was 21 points.
How many violations did Mala Hot Pot have in its latest inspection?
Mala Hot Pot had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Mala Hot Pot located?
Mala Hot Pot is located at 35 West 36th Street in Manhattan, NY 10018.
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: 50148819
Last updated: July 3, 2026