Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
June 16, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
Lao Ma Spicy currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 16, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Thawing procedure improper.
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Latest Inspection Details
June 16, 2026
- Date
- June 16, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jun 16, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 25, 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
Lao Ma Spicy has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2026 and April 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its April 2024 score of 10.
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.
Lao Ma Spicy's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lao Ma Spicy's current NYC health grade?
Lao Ma Spicy currently has a A grade.
When was Lao Ma Spicy last inspected?
Lao Ma Spicy was last inspected on June 16, 2026.
What was Lao Ma Spicy's latest inspection score?
Lao Ma Spicy's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Lao Ma Spicy have in its latest inspection?
Lao Ma Spicy had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Lao Ma Spicy located?
Lao Ma Spicy is located at 58 East 8th Street in Manhattan, NY 10003.
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: 50082264
Last updated: June 26, 2026