Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
29
Last inspection
February 25, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
17 / 12
Pop Mao currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 25, 2026 found 6 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 29 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 4 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.
- Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. Animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. Reduced Oxygen Packaged (ROP) fish not frozen before processing. ROP food prepared on premises transported to another site.
Non-Critical
- Thawing procedure improper.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
February 25, 2026
- Date
- February 25, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 29
- Critical points
- 17
- Non-critical points
- 12
- Violations
- 6 (2 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Feb 25, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Pop Mao 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.
Pop Mao's latest score: 29
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pop Mao's current NYC health grade?
Pop Mao currently has a N grade.
When was Pop Mao last inspected?
Pop Mao was last inspected on February 25, 2026.
What was Pop Mao's latest inspection score?
Pop Mao's latest inspection score was 29 points.
How many violations did Pop Mao have in its latest inspection?
Pop Mao had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Pop Mao located?
Pop Mao is located at 37-11 Main Street in Queens, NY 11354.
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: 50177651
Last updated: July 3, 2026