Chen's Garden

304 Willis Avenue, Bronx, NY 10454
Chinese
Last inspected: Aug 27, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Chen's Garden appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 27, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

“Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Bronx restaurant scores 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 27, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
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
82
Mar 6, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
64
Sep 11, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
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
82
Oct 6, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chen's Garden last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chen's Garden on file is from Aug 27, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chen's Garden?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chen's Garden.

How does Chen's Garden compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Chen's Garden most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Chen's Garden's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chen's Garden have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chen's Garden means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Chen's Garden inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chen's Garden is inspected roughly once per year on average.