Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop Health Inspection Grade
Chinese · 38-09 Union Street, Queens, NY 11354
Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
16
Last inspection
March 16, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
12 / 4
Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 16, 2026 found 4 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 16 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- Food adulterated or misbranded. Adulterated or misbranded food possessed, being manufactured, produced, packed, sold, offered for sale, delivered or given away
- 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
March 16, 2026
- Date
- March 16, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 16
- Critical points
- 12
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 4 (2 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Mar 16, 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).
Oct 1, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 6, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 18, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop has received a B grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2026 and October 2025. Its latest score was 16, lower than its October 2025 score of 22.
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.
Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop's latest score: 16
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop's current NYC health grade?
Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop currently has a B grade.
When was Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop last inspected?
Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop was last inspected on March 16, 2026.
What was Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop's latest inspection score?
Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop's latest inspection score was 16 points.
How many violations did Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop have in its latest inspection?
Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop located?
Lee & Bai Chinese Buns Shop is located at 38-09 Union Street in Queens, NY 11354.
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: 50153530
Last updated: July 3, 2026