Cafe China

59 West 37 Street, Manhattan, NY 10018
Chinese
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
52
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Going back to 2023, Cafe China has three inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around five violations each, up from closer to three violations before.

Looking across the full record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to other Manhattan restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

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Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Live animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area.
04O
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Meat, fish, molluscan shellfish, unpasteurized raw shell eggs, poultry or other tcs offered or served raw or undercooked and written notice not provided to consumer.
02F
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.
10B
52
Nov 19, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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.
10F
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.
10B
78
Jul 13, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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.
10F
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe China last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe China on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe China?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cafe China.

How does Cafe China compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Cafe China most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Cafe China's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Cafe China have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Cafe China means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Cafe China inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe China is inspected roughly once per year on average.