Dong Yue Seafood Restaurant in Flushing Fails Health Inspection

DONG YUE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - A scheduled inspection at Dong Yue Seafood Restaurant on 08/13/2025 documented several health code infractions.

Dong Yue Seafood Restaurant is positioned at 13614 38Th Avenue Queens Ny in the Flushing area, drawing neighborhood patrons and tourists.

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The inspection report documents: "10f. 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." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.

The inspection identified violations related to temperature control, an important area of food safety.

Professional food safety experts consider temperature monitoring essential for preventing foodborne illness Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that The FDA requires continuous temperature monitoring for all potentially hazardous foods in commercial kitchens. The HACCP Temperature Monitoring provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.

Health department officials noted violations related to pest control, which require attention for public health compliance.

Restaurant industry studies show that pest-related violations often correlate with other sanitation deficiencies Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. Per HACCP Prevention Guidelines, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.

The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.

Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. Per Food Safety Modernization Act, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.

The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.

City health officials have required that Dong Yue Seafood Restaurant promptly correct these infractions before continuing food service. Re-examination will be conducted to ensure corrections.

Regular health inspections serve as critical safeguards for public health in New York City's dining landscape. Transparency in reporting inspection findings ensures that community members can make informed decisions about their dining options.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

DBA DONG YUE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
Latitude 40.760940571825
BORO Queens
Community Board 407
SCORE 52
STREET 38TH AVE
ZIPCODE 11354
Council District 20
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Chinese
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
BUILDING 13614
Census Tract 087100
BIN 4112486
CAMIS 50127664
INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
NTA QN22
PHONE 7187990098
INSPECTION DATE 08/13/2025
Longitude -73.830333418528
BBL 4049780110
VIOLATION CODES 10F; 02G; 04N; 10B; 04B; 08A; 09C; 04K; 08B; 08C; 02B
ALL VIOLATIONS 10F: 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. || 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. || 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. || 10B: 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. || 04B: Food worker or vendor working or is knowingly or negligently permitted to work in FSE while afflicted with infected wound or reportable communicable disease. No spitting allowed. Spitting anywhere in the establishment is prohibited. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 09C: Design; construction; materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable; sanitized and maintained. || 04K: Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. || 08B: Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant; with tight-fitting lids; and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage; refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected; stored; removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance. || 08C: Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide; other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected; unlocked bait station used. || 02B: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on August 13, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: 10F: 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. | 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. | 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. | 10B: 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. | 04B: Food worker or vendor working or is knowingly or negligently permitted to work in FSE while afflicted with infected wound or reportable communicable disease. No spitting allowed. Spitting anywhere in the establishment is prohibited. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 09C: Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained. | 04K: Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. | 08B: Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance. | 08C: Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used. | 02B: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F..

Why are these violations concerning?

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.

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📋 Data Sources & Health Guidelines

Inspection Data Source

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 .

Federal Health Guidelines

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.