What is Chef's Garden's health inspection score?

Chef's Garden has a SafeDine safety score of 51 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Chef's Garden last inspected?

Chef's Garden was last inspected on January 14, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Chef's Garden have?

Chef's Garden has 13 total violations across 3 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Chef's Garden safe to eat at?

Chef's Garden has a safety score of 51/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Chef's Garden serve?

Chef's Garden serves Chinese cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Chef's Garden

Name: Chef's Garden
Address: 80-09 164 STREET, Queens, 11432
Rating: 51

80-09 164 STREET, Queens

Last Inspected: 1/14/2026

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0Fair

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Ranked #976 of 1000 in QueensBetter than 90% of chinese restaurants

Improving

3 inspections

Last: Jan 14, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

4.3

Avg Violations

5 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Cross-contaminationHigh Priority

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-49

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-4 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+22 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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Violation Timeline

May 2025

1 inspections

3 high priority

3 intermediate

May

Jul 2025

1 inspections

4 high priority

1 intermediate

Jan 2026

1 inspections

2 high priority

Jan

Inspection History

3 records on file

2 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection1 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Jan 26

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection InspectionLatestViolations were cited in the following area(s).

2 High

2 total2 risk factors

70/100inspection score

−20 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

02GCold 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.Risk Factor−10
06CFood, 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.Risk Factor−10

Base deductions−20 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Jul 25

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).

4 High1 Med

5 total3 risk factors

40/100inspection score

−45 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

06FWiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.Risk Factor−10
02GCold 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.Risk Factor−10
04HRaw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.Risk Factor−10
05FInsufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures−10

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

08CPesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.−5

Base deductions−45 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 pts

May 25

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).

3 High3 Med

6 total3 risk factors

40/100inspection score

−45 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

04LEvidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.Risk Factor−10
06APersonal 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.Risk Factor−10
06FWiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.Risk Factor−10

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.−5
28-06Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.−5
08CPesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.−5

Base deductions−45 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 pts

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Data source: NYC DOHMH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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