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Chinese · Midtown-Times Square
SILKY KITCHEN health grade & inspection history
138 WEST 46 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10036
28 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Aug 23, 2024). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Apr 22, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Apr 22, 2026Inspection date
5Violations 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.
- 09B
Thawing procedure improper.
- 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
SILKY KITCHEN inspection history
15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 22, 2026 | — | 28 | 5 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Aug 23, 2024 | A | 13 | 3 | 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.
- 10FRecorded in 2 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.
Official location
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Common questions
SILKY KITCHEN inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for SILKY KITCHEN?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Aug 23, 2024. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 28 violation points.
When was SILKY KITCHEN last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Apr 22, 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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