Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
25
Last inspection
December 4, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
22 / 3
China River currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 4, 2025 found 4 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 25 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
December 4, 2025
- Date
- December 4, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 25
- Critical points
- 22
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 4 (3 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Dec 4, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 23, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 31, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 11, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 2, 2023
Inspection Type: Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
China River has received a B grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: December 2025 and January 2024. Its latest score was 25, lower than its January 2024 score of 26.
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.
China River's latest score: 25
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is China River's current NYC health grade?
China River currently has a B grade.
When was China River last inspected?
China River was last inspected on December 4, 2025.
What was China River's latest inspection score?
China River's latest inspection score was 25 points.
How many violations did China River have in its latest inspection?
China River had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is China River located?
China River is located at 258 West 44th Street in Manhattan, NY 10036.
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: 50138101
Last updated: July 3, 2026