What is China Dragon Kitchen's health inspection score?

China Dragon Kitchen has a SafeDine safety score of 72 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was China Dragon Kitchen last inspected?

China Dragon Kitchen was last inspected on April 28, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does China Dragon Kitchen have?

China Dragon Kitchen has 52 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is China Dragon Kitchen safe to eat at?

China Dragon Kitchen has a good safety record with a score of 72/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does China Dragon Kitchen serve?

China Dragon Kitchen serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

China Dragon Kitchen

Name: China Dragon Kitchen
Address: 18 VILLAGE AVENUE, Elmont, 11003
Rating: 72

18 VILLAGE AVENUE, Elmont

Last Inspected: 4/28/2026

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American

Better than 22% of american restaurants

Improving

9 inspections

Last: Apr 28, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

5.8

Avg Violations

2 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contaminationHigh Priority

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Handwashing

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Food storage

Food not properly stored or protected

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-28

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-11 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+17 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

Oct 2023

1 inspections

5 basic

Oct

Jun 2025

1 inspections

2 high priority

4 basic

Jul 2025

3 inspections

2 high priority

19 basic

Jul

Aug 2025

1 inspections

1 basic

Nov 2025

1 inspections

7 basic

Nov

Apr 2026

2 inspections

2 high priority

10 basic

Inspection History

9 records on file

5 Re-Inspection4 Inspection

Apr 26

Re-Inspection InspectionLatest

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

14AInsects, rodents present−2
14CPesticide application not supervised by a certified applicator−2
13BGarbage storage areas not properly constructed or maintained, creating a nuisance−2

Base deductions−6 pts

Apr 26

Inspection Inspection

2 High7 Basic

9 total2 risk factors

56/100inspection score

−34 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

4AToxic chemicals are improperly labeled, stored or used so that contamination of food can occur.Risk Factor−10
1HFood from unapproved source, spoiled, adulterated on premises.Risk Factor−10

Basic (7)

−14 pts

15AFloors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces−2
8AFood not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)−2
10BNon-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)−2
13BGarbage storage areas not properly constructed or maintained, creating a nuisance−2
12EHandwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing−2
14CPesticide application not supervised by a certified applicator−2
14AInsects, rodents present−2

Base deductions−34 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Nov 25

Inspection Inspection

7 Basic

7 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

Basic (7)

−14 pts

8AFood not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)−2
8FImproper thawing procedures used−2
11DNon food contact surfaces of equipment not clean−2
10BNon-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)−2
14AInsects, rodents present−2
13BGarbage storage areas not properly constructed or maintained, creating a nuisance−2
12EHandwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing−2

Base deductions−14 pts

Aug 25

Re-Inspection Inspection

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

13BGarbage storage areas not properly constructed or maintained, creating a nuisance−2

Base deductions−2 pts

Jul 25

Re-Inspection Inspection

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

13BGarbage storage areas not properly constructed or maintained, creating a nuisance−2
12EHandwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing−2
11DNon food contact surfaces of equipment not clean−2
14BEffective measures not used to control entrance (rodent-, insect-proof contruction). Harborage areas available for rodents, insects and other vermin−2
14AInsects, rodents present−2

Base deductions−10 pts

Jul 25

Re-Inspection Inspection

6 Basic

6 total

88/100inspection score

−12 pts

Basic (6)

−12 pts

14AInsects, rodents present−2
13BGarbage storage areas not properly constructed or maintained, creating a nuisance−2
11DNon food contact surfaces of equipment not clean−2
12EHandwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing−2
14BEffective measures not used to control entrance (rodent-, insect-proof contruction). Harborage areas available for rodents, insects and other vermin−2
12CPlumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained−2

Base deductions−12 pts

Jul 25

Re-Inspection Inspection

2 High8 Basic

10 total

64/100inspection score

−36 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

5EEnough refrigerated storage equipment is not present, properly designed, maintained or operated so that all potentially hazardous foods are cooled properly and stored below 45�F as required.−10
1HFood from unapproved source, spoiled, adulterated on premises.−10

Basic (8)

−16 pts

10BNon-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)−2
12CPlumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained−2
15AFloors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces−2
14BEffective measures not used to control entrance (rodent-, insect-proof contruction). Harborage areas available for rodents, insects and other vermin−2
11DNon food contact surfaces of equipment not clean−2
13BGarbage storage areas not properly constructed or maintained, creating a nuisance−2
14AInsects, rodents present−2
12EHandwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing−2

Base deductions−36 pts

Jun 25

Inspection Inspection

2 High4 Basic

6 total

72/100inspection score

−28 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1HFood from unapproved source, spoiled, adulterated on premises.−10
5EEnough refrigerated storage equipment is not present, properly designed, maintained or operated so that all potentially hazardous foods are cooled properly and stored below 45�F as required.−10

Basic (4)

−8 pts

15AFloors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces−2
14AInsects, rodents present−2
13BGarbage storage areas not properly constructed or maintained, creating a nuisance−2
14CPesticide application not supervised by a certified applicator−2

Base deductions−28 pts

Oct 23

Inspection Inspection

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

12DToilet facilities inadequate, inconvenient, dirty, in disrepair, toilet paper missing, not self-closing doors, missing hand wash signs−2
10BNon-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)−2
12EHandwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing−2
8AFood not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)−2
15BLighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans−2

Base deductions−10 pts

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Data source: Florida DBPR · 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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