Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
20
Last inspection
November 12, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
13 / 7
Gong Cha currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 12, 2025 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 20 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Non-Critical
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- 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.
- Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Latest Inspection Details
November 12, 2025
- Date
- November 12, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 20
- Critical points
- 13
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Nov 12, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 19, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 16, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 24, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Gong Cha's most recent graded inspection in December 2024 was a C, after a A in May 2023.
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.
Gong Cha's latest score: 20
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gong Cha's current NYC health grade?
Gong Cha does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Gong Cha last inspected?
Gong Cha was last inspected on November 12, 2025.
What was Gong Cha's latest inspection score?
Gong Cha's latest inspection score was 20 points.
How many violations did Gong Cha have in its latest inspection?
Gong Cha had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Gong Cha located?
Gong Cha is located at 12 West 32nd Street in Manhattan, NY 10001.
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: 50032798
Last updated: June 26, 2026