Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
January 21, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 3
Kam Lai currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 21, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 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.
Latest Inspection Details
January 21, 2026
- Date
- January 21, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jan 21, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 29, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Kam Lai has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2026 and July 2024. Its latest score was 11, slightly higher than its July 2024 score of 5.
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.
Kam Lai's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kam Lai's current NYC health grade?
Kam Lai currently has a A grade.
When was Kam Lai last inspected?
Kam Lai was last inspected on January 21, 2026.
What was Kam Lai's latest inspection score?
Kam Lai's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Kam Lai have in its latest inspection?
Kam Lai had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Kam Lai located?
Kam Lai is located at 708 Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10025.
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: 50086108
Last updated: June 26, 2026