Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
April 30, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
11 / 2
Chongqing Lao Zao currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 30, 2026 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 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
- 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
April 30, 2026
- Date
- April 30, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 11
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Apr 30, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 7, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 20, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Chongqing Lao Zao has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2026 and December 2024. Its latest score remained 13 in both inspections.
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.
Chongqing Lao Zao's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chongqing Lao Zao's current NYC health grade?
Chongqing Lao Zao currently has a A grade.
When was Chongqing Lao Zao last inspected?
Chongqing Lao Zao was last inspected on April 30, 2026.
What was Chongqing Lao Zao's latest inspection score?
Chongqing Lao Zao's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Chongqing Lao Zao have in its latest inspection?
Chongqing Lao Zao had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Chongqing Lao Zao located?
Chongqing Lao Zao is located at 37-04 Prince 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: 50087355
Last updated: June 26, 2026