BAO HOUSE in Sunset Park (East) Borough Park (West)
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Jan 14, 2026
📍 5103 8 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11220 ·
🍽️ Chinese
Overview
Bao House in Sunset Park, Brooklyn currently holds a Grade Z pending re-inspection after scoring 16 points on its most recent NYC DOHMH inspection. The restaurant has 6 inspections on record since 2023, including 1 Grade A and 1 Grade B, with no emergency closures.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
BAO HOUSE in Sunset Park (East) Borough Park (West): Full Inspection History (6 records)
GRADE Z
Jan 14, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 16
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or accepta...
Violations:
05D
Nov 6, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 28
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equip...
GRADE B
Aug 23, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 19
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Food adulterated or misbranded. Adulterated or misbranded food possessed...
Jun 26, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 26
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential s...
GRADE A
Mar 22, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 13
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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 dispos...
Mar 7, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 20
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Thawing procedure improper.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's fo...
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BAO HOUSE in Sunset Park (East) Borough Park (West): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was BAO HOUSE last inspected?
- BAO HOUSE was last inspected on January 14, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 16 points.
- What is BAO HOUSE's current health grade?
- BAO HOUSE currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many health inspections has BAO HOUSE had?
- BAO HOUSE has 6 health inspections on record from March 2023 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade B on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at BAO HOUSE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at BAO HOUSE was 28 points on November 6, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has BAO HOUSE ever received a Grade C?
- No. BAO HOUSE has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.