New York City, NY - Multiple violations were discovered at Hong Kong Gourmet during a health inspection on 08/07/2025.
The restaurant is located at 8440 Jamaica Avenue Queens Ny in New York City's Woodhaven district, serving local residents and visitors.
Inspectors documented: "06. Contract with a pest management professional not in place." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
Among the findings were infractions involving temperature control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Temperature control violations pose immediate risks to public health and food safety Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Temperature abuse remains the leading cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in restaurant settings. Per HACCP Temperature Monitoring, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
Health department officials noted violations related to pest control, which require attention for public health compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The HACCP Prevention Guidelines clearly states that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs.
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 Food Safety Modernization Act offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
These compliance issues require correction to maintain proper standards for the restaurant and public health. Food safety professionals indicate that addressing non-compliance helps ensure customer safety standards.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has mandated that Hong Kong Gourmet immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.
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.
| BBL | 4089190033 |
| ACTION | Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed. |
| BORO | Queens |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/07/2025 |
| STREET | JAMAICA AVE |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Chinese |
| NTA | QN53 |
| Latitude | 40.692470398775 |
| PHONE | 7182961088 |
| Council District | 32 |
| Census Tract | 001000 |
| SCORE | 47 |
| Community Board | 409 |
| BUILDING | 8440 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Longitude | -73.859385620178 |
| DBA | HONG KONG GOURMET |
| BIN | 4183722 |
| CAMIS | 50059922 |
| ZIPCODE | 11421 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 04M; 06C; 02B; 04L; 08A; 28-06 |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 04M: Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. || 06C: 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. || 02B: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. || 04L: Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 28-06: Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises. |
This inspection was conducted on August 7, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 04M: Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. | 06C: 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. | 02B: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. | 04L: Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 28-06: Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises..
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.
