China Bar
133-48 37 AVENUE, Queens, 11354
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (8 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Nov 22, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Nov 22, 2025
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
CriticalAn issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
CriticalA general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Ashtray present in smoke-free area.
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Failure to make a good faith effort to inform smokers or electronic cigarette users of Smoke-Free Air Act ("SFAA") prohibitions
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 22, 2025 | Grade B | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 5 (2 critical) |
| Feb 7, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
| Mar 8, 2023 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 3×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 5 rodent inspections on record, 2 finding rat activity.
- 4 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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