Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
February 6, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
4 / 7
Mala House currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 6, 2025 found 6 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 5 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
- Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and encased, with end caps or other device.
Latest Inspection Details
February 6, 2025
- Date
- February 6, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 4
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 6 (1 critical, 5 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Feb 6, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 6, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 10, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Mala House received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in February 2025 with a score of 11.
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 House's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mala House's current NYC health grade?
Mala House currently has a A grade.
When was Mala House last inspected?
Mala House was last inspected on February 6, 2025.
What was Mala House's latest inspection score?
Mala House's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Mala House have in its latest inspection?
Mala House had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 5 non-critical violations.
Where is Mala House located?
Mala House is located at 22 East 21st Street in Manhattan, NY 10010.
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: 50117520
Last updated: July 3, 2026