Maxim Garden

138-61 Queens Boulevard, Queens, NY 11435
Chinese
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
58
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Maxim Garden appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 12, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around five violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food”, showing up three times.

By comparison, the average Queens facility scores 75, putting Maxim Garden on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

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Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
58
Nov 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
82
Aug 29, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
78
May 15, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
08B
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
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
10A
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Maxim Garden last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Maxim Garden on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Maxim Garden?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Maxim Garden.

How does Maxim Garden compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Maxim Garden most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Maxim Garden's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Maxim Garden have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Maxim Garden means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Maxim Garden inspected?

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