Queens, NY — Huang Kung Fu, a Chinese restaurant located at 136-17 39th Avenue in Flushing, received a score of 31 during a health inspection conducted on February 21, 2026, according to data released by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) on February 24, 2026. The score places the restaurant in Grade C territory, the lowest letter grade issued under the city's restaurant grading system.
Inspectors documented three critical violations and three non-critical violations during the inspection.
What Inspectors Found
The most significant violation involved adulterated, contaminated, or cross-contaminated food that was not discarded in accordance with the establishment's HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) plan. This violation, coded 04H under DOHMH inspection protocols, addresses fundamental food safety requirements for how raw, cooked, and prepared food is handled and stored.
Inspectors also cited the restaurant for inadequate personal cleanliness among staff, documented under violation code 06A. The citation noted issues that may have included soiled outer garments, insufficient hair restraints, jewelry worn on hands or arms, or fingernail hygiene concerns. These personal hygiene requirements exist to prevent the transfer of contaminants to food during preparation and service.
The third critical violation, code 06D, involved food contact surfaces that were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use or following activities when contamination may have occurred. Surfaces that come into direct contact with food — including cutting boards, prep tables, and utensils — must be cleaned and sanitized between uses to prevent bacterial growth and cross-contamination.
Among the non-critical violations, inspectors noted that non-food contact surfaces or equipment were not kept clean or properly maintained to allow accessibility for cleaning. The restaurant was also cited twice for not posting its current letter grade or Grade Pending card, a requirement for all graded restaurants in New York City.
Food Safety Context
The violations documented at Huang Kung Fu relate to several provisions of NYC Health Code Article 81, which governs food service establishment operations in the city. Food adulteration and cross-contamination violations are among the most closely monitored by DOHMH because they represent direct pathways for foodborne illness.
The FDA Food Code, which informs local health regulations nationwide, establishes specific requirements for personal hygiene in food service settings, including handwashing frequency, proper use of gloves, hair restraints, and restrictions on jewelry during food preparation. These standards are designed to minimize the risk of biological, chemical, and physical contamination of food.
Proper cleaning and sanitizing of food contact surfaces is a cornerstone of food safety protocols. The FDA Food Code requires that these surfaces be washed, rinsed, and sanitized between uses, particularly when switching between different food types or after any interruption that could introduce contaminants.
Inspection History
The February 2026 inspection continues a pattern of elevated scores for Huang Kung Fu over the past two years:
- October 6, 2025: Score 61 (Grade Z)
- August 5, 2025: Score 52
- January 25, 2024: Score 26
The current score of 31 represents a notable improvement from the restaurant's two most recent prior inspections, which recorded scores of 52 and 61. However, the establishment has not achieved a score in the Grade A range (0–13 points) during any of its four most recent documented inspections. The Grade Z recorded in October 2025 indicates the restaurant was in an adjudication process at that time.
Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades
New York City assigns letter grades to restaurants based on the total violation points recorded during inspections:
- Grade A: 0–13 points
- Grade B: 14–27 points
- Grade C: 28 or more points
Lower scores indicate fewer or less severe violations. Restaurants that receive a Grade B or C on an initial inspection may request a re-inspection. The grading system, administered by DOHMH, has been in effect since 2010 and covers more than 27,000 restaurants across the five boroughs.
Inspection results for Huang Kung Fu and all New York City restaurants are public record and can be viewed on the DOHMH restaurant inspection database. Consumers can also check a restaurant's current grade by looking for the letter grade card, which is required to be displayed near the entrance of the establishment.
More About This Restaurant
View the full inspection history for Huang Kung Fu including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.