Chinese · Midtown-Times Square
SHANGHAI TIME health grade & inspection history
273 WEST 38 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10018
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: C (Jan 8, 2026). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on May 6, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 04LCritical violation
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 05DCritical violation
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.
- 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.
- 08A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 09C
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 10B
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.
- 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
SHANGHAI TIME inspection history
5 more 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2026 | — | 42 | 8 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| May 6, 2026 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| Jan 8, 2026 | C | 37 | 6 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Aug 27, 2025 | — | — | 0 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| Jul 2, 2025 | — | 39 | 6 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Apr 7, 2025 | C | 29 | 5 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Mar 12, 2025 | — | 68 | 14 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Mar 12, 2025 | — | — | 3 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| Jul 31, 2024 | — | 11 | 3 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection |
| Jul 29, 2024 | — | 53 | 7 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection |
| Jul 25, 2024 | — | 105 | 16 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection |
| Apr 11, 2024 | B | 20 | 4 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-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.
- 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.
- 08ARecorded in 7 inspections
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 04LRecorded in 6 inspections
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 10FRecorded in 6 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.
- 06ARecorded in 6 inspections
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
- 10BRecorded in 5 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.
- 05DRecorded in 4 inspections
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.
- 08CRecorded in 4 inspections
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Official location
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Common questions
SHANGHAI TIME inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for SHANGHAI TIME?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is C, dated Jan 8, 2026. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 42 violation points.
When was SHANGHAI TIME last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated May 6, 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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