Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
44
Last inspection
June 16, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
39 / 5
Masala King currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 16, 2026 found 7 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 44 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 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.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 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.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
June 16, 2026
- Date
- June 16, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 44
- Critical points
- 39
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 7 (5 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
7 inspections
Jun 16, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 13, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 11, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 29, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
Apr 26, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-closed by DOHMH.
Apr 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Nov 14, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Masala King's most recent graded inspection in May 2025 was a A, after a C in April 2024.
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.
Masala King's latest score: 44
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Masala King's current NYC health grade?
Masala King does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Masala King last inspected?
Masala King was last inspected on June 16, 2026.
What was Masala King's latest inspection score?
Masala King's latest inspection score was 44 points.
How many violations did Masala King have in its latest inspection?
Masala King had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Masala King located?
Masala King is located at 64 East 34th Street in Manhattan, NY 10016.
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: 50106335
Last updated: June 26, 2026