Grade AChinese

China Express Inn

157-15 ROCKAWAY BOULEVARD, Queens, 11434

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (6 months ago). Details below.

Last inspected Jan 12, 2026 · New York City health department

Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
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.
Critical
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
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.

Date	Result	Type	Violations
Jan 12, 2026	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	3 (1 critical)
Aug 29, 2024	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection	2 (2 critical)
Jun 18, 2024	Grade Pending	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	4 (3 critical)
Jan 18, 2023	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	3 (1 critical)

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.
2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
2×A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.

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