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Chinese · Midtown-Times Square
DIM SUM SAM health grade & inspection history
240 WEST 40 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10018
19 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: B (Apr 28, 2025). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Apr 28, 2025; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Apr 28, 2025Inspection date
3Violations recorded
3Critical items
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 02BCritical violation
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 02GCritical violation
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.
- 06FCritical violation
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Score trend
DIM SUM SAM inspection history
Same score as 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 2025 | — | — | 0 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| Apr 28, 2025 | B | 19 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Oct 23, 2024 | — | 19 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Aug 23, 2023 | — | 17 | 2 | Pre-permit (Operational) / 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.
- 02GRecorded in 3 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.
Official location
DIM SUM SAM on the map
Common questions
DIM SUM SAM inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for DIM SUM SAM?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is B, dated Apr 28, 2025. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 19 violation points.
When was DIM SUM SAM last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Apr 28, 2025.
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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