Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
6
Last inspection
March 12, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 6
Boba Whale currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 12, 2025 found 2 violations, for a total score of 6 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 2 non-critical
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.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
March 12, 2025
- Date
- March 12, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 6
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 2 (0 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Mar 12, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 18, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 23, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Boba Whale has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2025 and June 2023. Its latest score was 6, lower than its June 2023 score of 11.
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.
Boba Whale's latest score: 6
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boba Whale's current NYC health grade?
Boba Whale currently has a A grade.
When was Boba Whale last inspected?
Boba Whale was last inspected on March 12, 2025.
What was Boba Whale's latest inspection score?
Boba Whale's latest inspection score was 6 points.
How many violations did Boba Whale have in its latest inspection?
Boba Whale had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Boba Whale located?
Boba Whale is located at 1138 1st Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10065.
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: 50136801
Last updated: July 3, 2026