Bronx, NY — No 1 Luck Sung Restaurant, a Chinese restaurant located at 694 East 187th Street in the Bronx, was closed by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) following an inspection conducted on March 12, 2026. The establishment received a score of 44, placing it in Grade C territory, after inspectors documented evidence of mouse activity and the absence of a pest management contract.
This marks the second time in approximately two years that the restaurant has been ordered closed by health authorities.
What Inspectors Found
During the March 12 inspection, DOHMH inspectors cited No 1 Luck Sung Restaurant for two violations — one critical and one non-critical.
The critical violation, recorded under Code 04L, documented evidence of mice or live mice in the establishment's food or non-food areas. Mouse activity in a food service establishment presents a direct risk to food safety, as rodents can contaminate food, preparation surfaces, and storage areas with pathogens including Salmonella and E. coli.
The non-critical violation, cited under Code 28-06, noted that the restaurant did not have a contract with a pest management professional in place and that records of extermination activities were not kept on the premises. This violation is significant in the context of the mouse activity finding, as it indicates the establishment lacked a systematic approach to pest prevention and monitoring at the time of inspection.
The combination of active pest evidence and the absence of professional pest management services contributed to the closure action taken by DOHMH. Violations requiring immediate action were addressed at the time of the inspection.
Food Safety Context
Pest control is a foundational requirement of food service sanitation. Under NYC Health Code Article 81, food service establishments are required to maintain their premises free of vermin, including mice and rats, and to take effective measures to prevent their presence. The FDA Food Code similarly identifies pest activity as a critical food safety concern that can lead to contamination of food products and food-contact surfaces.
Evidence of rodent activity in a restaurant is classified as a critical violation because of the direct pathway it creates for foodborne illness. Mice can access food storage areas, contaminate ingredients, and leave droppings on surfaces used for food preparation. The absence of a professional pest management contract compounds this concern, as it suggests the establishment was not proactively monitoring for or addressing pest issues before they reached the level documented during the inspection.
When DOHMH determines that conditions in a food service establishment pose an imminent threat to public health, inspectors have the authority to order the establishment closed until the violations are corrected and the premises can be re-inspected.
Inspection History
No 1 Luck Sung Restaurant's inspection record over the past two years shows a pattern of fluctuating scores with two closure events:
- January 30, 2024: Score 60, closed by DOHMH
- February 2, 2024: Score 3 (Grade Z), reopened
- April 3, 2025: Score 21
- November 25, 2025: Score 56
- November 28, 2025: Score 2 (Grade Z), reopened
- March 12, 2026: Score 44, closed by DOHMH
The restaurant's history shows significant score variability. Its January 2024 closure resulted in a score of 60, and upon re-inspection three days later, it scored a 3, indicating that violations had been substantially corrected. A similar pattern occurred in November 2025, when a score of 56 was followed by a re-inspection score of 2 just three days later.
The current closure on March 12, 2026 represents the restaurant's second official closure action within a roughly two-year period, suggesting recurring challenges with maintaining consistent compliance with health code standards.
Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades
New York City's restaurant grading system assigns letter grades based on the total number of violation points recorded during an inspection. Fewer points indicate fewer or less severe violations:
- Grade A: 0–13 points
- Grade B: 14–27 points
- Grade C: 28 or more points
No 1 Luck Sung Restaurant's score of 44 on March 12, 2026 falls within the Grade C range. A "Grade Z" designation in the inspection history indicates a re-inspection score, not a standalone grade issued to the public.
Data and Resources
This inspection was conducted on March 12, 2026, with data released by DOHMH on March 16, 2026. Inspection results are public record and are available through the DOHMH restaurant inspection database. Consumers can verify current grades and inspection details for any New York City restaurant by visiting the city's official restaurant grading portal or by checking the grade card posted at the establishment's entrance.
More About This Restaurant
View the full inspection history for No 1 Luck Sung Restaurant including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.