Chinese · Elmhurst
DA PAI DON health grade & inspection history
77-00 QUEENS BOULEVARD, Queens, NY 11373
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: B (Jan 20, 2026). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Jan 20, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 02BCritical violation
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 06BCritical violation
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
- 06CCritical violation
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.
- 06DCritical violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 10F
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.
Score trend
DA PAI DON inspection history
30 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 20, 2026 | B | 27 | 5 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Oct 21, 2025 | — | 57 | 10 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Aug 13, 2025 | C | 42 | 8 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Jun 30, 2025 | — | 68 | 11 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Apr 24, 2025 | C | 37 | 9 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Mar 11, 2025 | — | 48 | 9 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Nov 13, 2024 | C | 37 | 9 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| May 20, 2024 | — | 43 | 7 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 02BRecorded in 8 inspections
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 06CRecorded in 7 inspections
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.
- 06DRecorded in 7 inspections
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 10FRecorded in 7 inspections
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.
- 02GRecorded in 6 inspections
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.
- 06ERecorded in 5 inspections
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- 08ARecorded in 4 inspections
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 10BRecorded in 4 inspections
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.
Official location
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Common questions
DA PAI DON inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for DA PAI DON?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is B, dated Jan 20, 2026. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 27 violation points.
When was DA PAI DON last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Jan 20, 2026.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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