Golden Forest
353 GRAND STREET, Manhattan, 10002
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (1 year ago). Details below.
Last inspected May 28, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on May 28, 2025
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
CriticalA general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Thawing procedure improper.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Feb 6, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Nov 22, 2022 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Jun 7, 2022 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 31 rodent inspections on record, 4 finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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