Dhanshiri Chinese

169-28 Hillside Avenue, Queens, NY 11432

Indian

Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: C

Inspectors have visited Dhanshiri Chinese five times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Dec 10, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around seven violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.

Looking across the full record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.

Dhanshiri Chinese's latest score of 47 falls below the Queens average of 75. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 10, 2025

Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

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

Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted

20-06

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

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Apr 7, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

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.

02G

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Nov 13, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

10F

Jun 10, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

02G

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

10F

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Jan 12, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled do not use

09A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dhanshiri Chinese last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dhanshiri Chinese on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dhanshiri Chinese?

Across the inspection record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Dhanshiri Chinese.

How does Dhanshiri Chinese compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Dhanshiri Chinese most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Dhanshiri Chinese's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dhanshiri Chinese have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Dhanshiri Chinese 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 Dhanshiri Chinese inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dhanshiri Chinese is inspected around two times per year on average.

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