Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
21
Last inspection
October 9, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
19 / 2
Kim Fai currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 9, 2025 found 4 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 21 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
- 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.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Latest Inspection Details
October 9, 2025
- Date
- October 9, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 21
- Critical points
- 19
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 4 (3 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Oct 9, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 20, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 15, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
Nov 13, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Grade Trend
Kim Fai received a B grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in October 2025 with a score of 21.
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.
Kim Fai's latest score: 21
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kim Fai's current NYC health grade?
Kim Fai currently has a B grade.
When was Kim Fai last inspected?
Kim Fai was last inspected on October 9, 2025.
What was Kim Fai's latest inspection score?
Kim Fai's latest inspection score was 21 points.
How many violations did Kim Fai have in its latest inspection?
Kim Fai had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Kim Fai located?
Kim Fai is located at 1628 Utica Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11234.
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: 50129195
Last updated: July 3, 2026