Empire Express Kitchen Health Inspection Grade
Seafood · 3482 East Tremont Avenue, The Bronx, NY 10465
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
December 17, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
Empire Express Kitchen currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 17, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
December 17, 2025
- Date
- December 17, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Dec 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 5, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 31, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 23, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Empire Express Kitchen has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: December 2025 and March 2023. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its March 2023 score of 2.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Empire Express Kitchen's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Empire Express Kitchen's current NYC health grade?
Empire Express Kitchen currently has a A grade.
When was Empire Express Kitchen last inspected?
Empire Express Kitchen was last inspected on December 17, 2025.
What was Empire Express Kitchen's latest inspection score?
Empire Express Kitchen's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Empire Express Kitchen have in its latest inspection?
Empire Express Kitchen had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Empire Express Kitchen located?
Empire Express Kitchen is located at 3482 East Tremont Avenue in The Bronx, NY 10465.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50109170
Last updated: July 3, 2026