Brooklyn, NY — New Great Wall, a Chinese restaurant located at 2932 Avenue X in Brooklyn, received a score of 32 during a health inspection conducted on March 2, 2026, placing the establishment in Grade C territory. Inspectors documented two critical violations related to food temperature control and surface sanitation.
The inspection data was released by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) on March 5, 2026.
What Inspectors Found
The March 2 inspection identified two critical violations at the restaurant:
The first violation, cited under Code 02B, documented that hot time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food items were not being held at or above 140 °F. The FDA Food Code requires that hot TCS foods — items such as cooked meats, soups, rice, and prepared dishes — be maintained at 140 °F or higher to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. When hot foods fall below this threshold, they enter what food safety professionals refer to as the "danger zone" between 41 °F and 140 °F, where bacterial growth can occur rapidly.
The second violation, cited under Code 06D, found that food contact surfaces were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. Food contact surfaces include cutting boards, prep tables, utensils, and other equipment that comes into direct contact with food during preparation and service. Proper cleaning and sanitization of these surfaces between uses is a fundamental requirement to prevent cross-contamination.
No non-critical violations were recorded during this inspection.
Food Safety Context
NYC Health Code Article 81 establishes the regulatory framework governing food service establishments in New York City. Under these regulations, restaurants are required to maintain proper food temperatures and sanitation protocols at all times during operation.
Temperature control violations are among the most commonly cited critical issues in restaurant inspections citywide. The FDA Food Code specifies that hot TCS foods must be held at 140 °F or above, while cold TCS foods must be kept at 41 °F or below. These temperature requirements exist because foodborne pathogens such as Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria can multiply rapidly when foods are held within the danger zone for extended periods.
Surface sanitation requirements similarly serve as a primary defense against cross-contamination. The FDA Food Code outlines specific procedures for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing food contact surfaces, typically involving hot water, detergent, rinsing, and an approved sanitizing solution.
Inspection History
New Great Wall's recent inspection history shows a mixed record of compliance:
- September 9, 2024: Score 13 (Grade A)
- January 12, 2023: Score 2 (Grade C)
- January 11, 2023: Score 36, closed by DOHMH
- April 7, 2022: Score 20
The restaurant's most recent prior inspection in September 2024 resulted in a Grade A score of 13, indicating the establishment had been operating within acceptable compliance levels at that time. However, the restaurant has experienced significant compliance issues in the past, including a closure in January 2023 when it received a score of 36. The establishment was re-inspected the following day and received a score of 2.
The current score of 32 represents a notable decline from the restaurant's September 2024 Grade A performance.
Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades
New York City's restaurant grading system, administered by DOHMH, assigns letter grades based on inspection scores:
- A: 0 to 13 points
- B: 14 to 27 points
- C: 28 or more points
Lower scores indicate fewer violations and better compliance with health regulations. Each violation carries a specific point value, with critical violations generally carrying higher point values than non-critical ones.
Restaurants that receive a Grade B or C on an initial inspection have the option to request a re-inspection. The grade posted in the restaurant's window reflects the better score between the initial inspection and any subsequent re-inspection within the cycle.
New Great Wall's score of 32 falls into the Grade C range. The restaurant may undergo a re-inspection as part of the standard DOHMH inspection cycle.
Consumers can look up the full inspection history of any New York City restaurant through the DOHMH restaurant inspection database or by visiting NYCRestaurantInspections.com. Inspection grades are required to be posted at the entrance of all food service establishments in New York City.
More About This Restaurant
View the full inspection history for New Great Wall including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.