Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
22
Last inspection
December 7, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
16 / 6
Empire Dim Sum currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 7, 2025 found 6 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 22 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Personal 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.
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
- “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Latest Inspection Details
December 7, 2025
- Date
- December 7, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 22
- Critical points
- 16
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 6 (3 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Dec 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Empire Dim Sum does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
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 Dim Sum's latest score: 22
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Empire Dim Sum's current NYC health grade?
Empire Dim Sum currently has a N grade.
When was Empire Dim Sum last inspected?
Empire Dim Sum was last inspected on December 7, 2025.
What was Empire Dim Sum's latest inspection score?
Empire Dim Sum's latest inspection score was 22 points.
How many violations did Empire Dim Sum have in its latest inspection?
Empire Dim Sum had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Empire Dim Sum located?
Empire Dim Sum is located at 6202 18th Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11204.
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: 50173046
Last updated: July 3, 2026