Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
17
Last inspection
June 24, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
13 / 4
Panda Express currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 24, 2026 found 4 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 17 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 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.
- 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
June 24, 2026
- Date
- June 24, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 17
- Critical points
- 13
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 4 (2 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 24, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 6, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 1, 2023
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Panda Express received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in February 2025 with a score of 9.
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.
Panda Express's latest score: 17
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panda Express's current NYC health grade?
Panda Express does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Panda Express last inspected?
Panda Express was last inspected on June 24, 2026.
What was Panda Express's latest inspection score?
Panda Express's latest inspection score was 17 points.
How many violations did Panda Express have in its latest inspection?
Panda Express had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Panda Express located?
Panda Express is located at 237 1st Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10003.
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: 50134450
Last updated: July 3, 2026