Initial Tea Health Inspection Grade
Juice, Smoothies, Fruit Salads · 467 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
June 18, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
Initial Tea currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 18, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 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.
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.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
June 18, 2026
- Date
- June 18, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Jun 18, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 14, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 21, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 13, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 4, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Initial Tea's most recent graded inspection in June 2026 was a A, after a B in July 2025.
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.
Initial Tea's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Initial Tea's current NYC health grade?
Initial Tea currently has a A grade.
When was Initial Tea last inspected?
Initial Tea was last inspected on June 18, 2026.
What was Initial Tea's latest inspection score?
Initial Tea's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Initial Tea have in its latest inspection?
Initial Tea had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Initial Tea located?
Initial Tea is located at 467 Dekalb Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11205.
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: 50091707
Last updated: June 26, 2026