Chinese · Midtown-Times Square
THE BEST SICHUAN health grade & inspection history
47 WEST 39 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10018
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: B (Feb 26, 2026). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Feb 26, 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Score trend
THE BEST SICHUAN inspection history
18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 26, 2026 | B | 19 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Nov 10, 2025 | — | — | 0 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| Sep 4, 2025 | — | 37 | 7 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Apr 29, 2024 | — | 25 | 5 | Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection |
| Mar 25, 2024 | C | 63 | 7 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Mar 25, 2024 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection |
| Mar 7, 2024 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| Jan 9, 2024 | — | 16 | 3 | 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.
- 06DRecorded in 4 inspections
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 02BRecorded in 3 inspections
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 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.
- 10FRecorded in 3 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.
- 06CRecorded in 2 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.
- 10GRecorded in 2 inspections
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- 06ERecorded in 2 inspections
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- 04LRecorded in 2 inspections
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Official location
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Common questions
THE BEST SICHUAN inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for THE BEST SICHUAN?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is B, dated Feb 26, 2026. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 19 violation points.
When was THE BEST SICHUAN last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Feb 26, 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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