Lucky Garden

305 Wyckoff Avenue, Bronx, NY
Chinese
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Lucky Garden appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 30, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

The pattern that stands out is “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F”, which has been cited three times.

Compared to the broader Bronx restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.
02H
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
78
Dec 16, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
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
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
52
Mar 26, 2025
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 22, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
70
Apr 3, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lucky Garden last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lucky Garden on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lucky Garden?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lucky Garden.

How does Lucky Garden compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

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

Has Lucky Garden's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lucky 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 Lucky Garden inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lucky Garden is inspected around three times per year on average.