Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
36
Last inspection
April 2, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
29 / 7
Kamala Kitchen currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 2, 2026 found 7 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 36 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- 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.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
Latest Inspection Details
April 2, 2026
- Date
- April 2, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 36
- Critical points
- 29
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 7 (4 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Apr 2, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 20, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 26, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Kamala Kitchen received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in April 2023 with a score of 7.
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.
Kamala Kitchen's latest score: 36
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kamala Kitchen's current NYC health grade?
Kamala Kitchen currently has a Z grade.
When was Kamala Kitchen last inspected?
Kamala Kitchen was last inspected on April 2, 2026.
What was Kamala Kitchen's latest inspection score?
Kamala Kitchen's latest inspection score was 36 points.
How many violations did Kamala Kitchen have in its latest inspection?
Kamala Kitchen had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Kamala Kitchen located?
Kamala Kitchen is located at 260-07 Hillside Avenue in Queens, NY 11004.
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: 50125016
Last updated: July 3, 2026