Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
March 19, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
Hop Lee Restaurant currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 19, 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
- 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.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
March 19, 2026
- Date
- March 19, 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
4 inspections
Mar 19, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 4, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 27, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 31, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Hop Lee Restaurant has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2026 and August 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its August 2024 score of 12.
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.
Hop Lee Restaurant's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hop Lee Restaurant's current NYC health grade?
Hop Lee Restaurant currently has a A grade.
When was Hop Lee Restaurant last inspected?
Hop Lee Restaurant was last inspected on March 19, 2026.
What was Hop Lee Restaurant's latest inspection score?
Hop Lee Restaurant's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Hop Lee Restaurant have in its latest inspection?
Hop Lee Restaurant had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Hop Lee Restaurant located?
Hop Lee Restaurant is located at 16 Mott Street in Manhattan, NY 10013.
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: 41160885
Last updated: June 26, 2026