Joy Garden Restaurant

687 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx, NY 10462
Chinese
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Joy Garden Restaurant has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 10, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

Across the inspection history, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Bronx restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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
78
Oct 15, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
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
74
May 24, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Joy Garden Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Joy Garden Restaurant on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Joy Garden Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Joy Garden Restaurant.

How does Joy Garden Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Joy Garden Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Bronx average of 77.

Has Joy Garden Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Joy Garden Restaurant have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Joy Garden Restaurant 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 Joy Garden Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Joy Garden Restaurant is inspected roughly once per year on average.