Zi Wei Xiao Chi

45-70 Kissena Boulevard, Queens, NY 11355

Chinese

Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Inspectors have visited Zi Wei Xiao Chi three times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The most recent inspection turned up six violations, more than the four found previously.

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Restaurants in Queens average 75, so Zi Wei Xiao Chi trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 13, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

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

02B

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

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

Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.

03A

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

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

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

Jun 7, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

06C

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

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zi Wei Xiao Chi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zi Wei Xiao Chi on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zi Wei Xiao Chi?

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 Zi Wei Xiao Chi.

How does Zi Wei Xiao Chi compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Zi Wei Xiao Chi most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Zi Wei Xiao Chi's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Zi Wei Xiao Chi have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about four per visit to around six more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Zi Wei Xiao Chi 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 Zi Wei Xiao Chi inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Zi Wei Xiao Chi is inspected around two times per year on average.

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