GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT in Bensonhurst
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Feb 27, 2026
📍 6418 20 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11204 ·
🍽️ Asian/Asian Fusion
Overview
Golden City Seafood Restaurant in Bensonhurst has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times since 2022. The restaurant currently holds a Grade Z, with 3 Grade C results among its 12 inspections between 2022 and 2026.
12
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Closures
GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT in Bensonhurst: Emergency Closures (2)
GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT in Bensonhurst: Full Inspection History (12 records)
GRADE Z
Feb 27, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 33
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment'...
Feb 27, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Violations:
20-04
Dec 23, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Pesticide not prop...
Dec 23, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Pesticide not prop...
Nov 24, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Pesticide not prop...
GRADE C
Sep 12, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 64
Thawing procedure improper.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected fro...
Mar 27, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Cold TCS food item...
GRADE C
May 10, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 4
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
🚫 CLOSURE
May 8, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 71
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
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.
No hand washing facility in or adj...
🚫 CLOSURE
May 8, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 71
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Violations:
04N
Jul 11, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 34
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Cold TCS food item held above ...
GRADE C
Dec 29, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 28
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential sour...
GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT in Bensonhurst: News Coverage (1)
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GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT in Bensonhurst: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT last inspected?
- GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT was last inspected on February 27, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 33 points.
- What is GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT's current health grade?
- GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many times has GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT been closed by NYC Health?
- GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT had?
- GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT has 12 health inspections on record from December 2022 through February 2026. Grade C on 3 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT?
- The worst inspection score recorded at GOLDEN CITY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT was 71 points on May 8, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.