New York City, NY - Food safety inspectors found regulatory violations at Express African Halal Restaurant during an inspection on 07/24/2025.
Express African Halal Restaurant is positioned at 270 East 165 Street in the Morrisania area, drawing neighborhood patrons and tourists.
The inspection report notes: "09c. Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained. (critical: not critical). 08a. Establishment is not." Food safety guidelines indicate that such conditions should be addressed promptly.
The inspection found infractions involving pest control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. The FDA Food Code Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive sanitation practices. Studies from public health organizations show that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. The FDA Sanitation Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
Beyond regulatory requirements, such infractions may affect the restaurant's standing and customer relationships. Local food safety organizations monitor inspection results to provide information to the public.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
The broader restaurant industry can learn valuable lessons from such cases, emphasizing the need for continuous vigilance to food safety standards. Consumer awareness remains a crucial component in maintaining community food safety.
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/24/2025 |
| PHONE | 3472349455 |
| Council District | 16 |
| Census Tract | 017300 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| SCORE | 13 |
| BORO | Bronx |
| BUILDING | 270 |
| CAMIS | 50100914 |
| DBA | EXPRESS AFRICAN HALAL RESTAURANT |
| Longitude | -73.916286247598 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| STREET | EAST 165 STREET |
| GRADE DATE | 07/24/2025 |
| ZIPCODE | 10456 |
| GRADE | A |
| BBL | 2024320011 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | African |
| NTA | BX14 |
| Community Board | 204 |
| BIN | 2097164 |
| Latitude | 40.829234275841 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 09C; 08A; 04N |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 09C: Design; construction; materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable; sanitized and maintained. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 04N: 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. |
This inspection was conducted on July 24, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 09C: Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 04N: 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..
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
