Empire Chinese Restaurant Health Inspection Grade
Chinese · 178-17 Union Turnpike, Queens, NY 11366
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
August 11, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
12 / 0
Empire Chinese Restaurant currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 11, 2025 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Latest Inspection Details
August 11, 2025
- Date
- August 11, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 12
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Aug 11, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 20, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 1, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Empire Chinese Restaurant has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: August 2025 and September 2023. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its September 2023 score of 7.
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.
Empire Chinese Restaurant's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Empire Chinese Restaurant's current NYC health grade?
Empire Chinese Restaurant currently has a A grade.
When was Empire Chinese Restaurant last inspected?
Empire Chinese Restaurant was last inspected on August 11, 2025.
What was Empire Chinese Restaurant's latest inspection score?
Empire Chinese Restaurant's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Empire Chinese Restaurant have in its latest inspection?
Empire Chinese Restaurant had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Empire Chinese Restaurant located?
Empire Chinese Restaurant is located at 178-17 Union Turnpike in Queens, NY 11366.
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: 50088381
Last updated: June 26, 2026