SZECHUAN GOURMET in Midtown Times Square
Latest: GRADE B
Last inspected Jan 22, 2026
📍 21 WEST 39 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10018 ·
🍽️ Chinese
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🚇 Times Square-42nd Street, Grand Central-42nd Street, Herald Square-34th Street
Overview
Szechuan Gourmet in Midtown Times Square holds a current Grade B from NYC DOHMH, with an inspection score of 17 points. The restaurant has 6 inspections on record since 2021, including 1 Grade A result, with no emergency closures in its history.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade B
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
SZECHUAN GOURMET in Midtown Times Square: Full Inspection History (6 records)
Jan 22, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 39
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Violations:
10G
GRADE B
Aug 30, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 17
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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 n...
Feb 8, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 29
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Thawing procedure improper.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Establis...
Aug 11, 2022
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Score: 0
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.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-fo...
GRADE A
Dec 14, 2021
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 0
Facility not vermin proof. Harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
Personal cleanliness inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared.
Oct 6, 2021
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 28
Food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal product temperature is reduced from 140º F to 70º F or less within 2 hours, and from 70º F to 41º F or less within 4 additional hours.
Violations:
02H
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SZECHUAN GOURMET in Midtown Times Square: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was SZECHUAN GOURMET last inspected?
- SZECHUAN GOURMET was last inspected on January 22, 2026 (Grade B). The inspection score was 39 points.
- What is SZECHUAN GOURMET's current health grade?
- SZECHUAN GOURMET currently holds a Grade B. Grade B indicates a score of 14–27 points. The restaurant must post the B grade and schedule a re-inspection.
- How many health inspections has SZECHUAN GOURMET had?
- SZECHUAN GOURMET has 6 health inspections on record from October 2021 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade B on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at SZECHUAN GOURMET?
- The worst inspection score recorded at SZECHUAN GOURMET was 39 points on January 22, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has SZECHUAN GOURMET ever received a Grade C?
- No. SZECHUAN GOURMET has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.