88 CHINESE RESTAURANT in Harlem (North)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jan 20, 2026
📍 473 LENOX AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10037 ·
🍽️ Chinese
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🚇 125th Street-Lenox
Overview
88 Chinese Restaurant in Harlem holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 13 points on its most recent inspection. The restaurant has 3 inspections on record dating to 2025, all resulting in Grade A, with no emergency closures.
3
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
88 CHINESE RESTAURANT in Harlem (North): Full Inspection History (3 records)
Jan 20, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 24
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.
Violations:
10F
GRADE A
Apr 8, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 13
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.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination du...
Feb 13, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 33
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of c...
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88 CHINESE RESTAURANT in Harlem (North): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was 88 CHINESE RESTAURANT last inspected?
- 88 CHINESE RESTAURANT was last inspected on January 20, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 24 points.
- What is 88 CHINESE RESTAURANT's current health grade?
- 88 CHINESE RESTAURANT currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has 88 CHINESE RESTAURANT had?
- 88 CHINESE RESTAURANT has 3 health inspections on record from February 2025 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at 88 CHINESE RESTAURANT?
- The worst inspection score recorded at 88 CHINESE RESTAURANT was 33 points on February 13, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has 88 CHINESE RESTAURANT ever received a Grade C?
- No. 88 CHINESE RESTAURANT has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.