Panda Express Health Inspection Grade
Chinese · 130 West 125th Street, Manhattan, NY 10027
Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
21
Last inspection
August 3, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
16 / 5
Panda Express currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 3, 2026 found 4 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 21 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 2 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.
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
August 3, 2026
- Date
- August 3, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 21
- Critical points
- 16
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 4 (2 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Aug 3, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 22, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 8, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / 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 May 2024 with a score of 7.
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: 21
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panda Express's current NYC health grade?
Panda Express currently has a Z grade.
When was Panda Express last inspected?
Panda Express was last inspected on August 3, 2026.
What was Panda Express's latest inspection score?
Panda Express's latest inspection score was 21 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 130 West 125th Street in Manhattan, NY 10027.
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: 50142191
Last updated: August 18, 2026