Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
32
Last inspection
February 10, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
26 / 6
Gong Cha currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 10, 2026 found 7 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 32 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- 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
February 10, 2026
- Date
- February 10, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 32
- Critical points
- 26
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 7 (4 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Feb 10, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 30, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 18, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 21, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Gong Cha has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2024 and March 2024. Its latest score remained 12 in both inspections.
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: 32
Grade range: C
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 February 10, 2026.
What was Gong Cha's latest inspection score?
Gong Cha's latest inspection score was 32 points.
How many violations did Gong Cha have in its latest inspection?
Gong Cha had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Gong Cha located?
Gong Cha is located at 625 East 187th Street in The Bronx, NY 10458.
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: 50115815
Last updated: July 3, 2026