Chicha San Chen Health Inspection Grade
Coffee/tea · 72 Bayard Street, Manhattan, NY 10013
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
April 29, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
10 / 2
Chicha San Chen currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 29, 2026 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
- 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
- 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
April 29, 2026
- Date
- April 29, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 10
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Apr 29, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 1, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 8, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Chicha San Chen has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2026 and October 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its October 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.
Chicha San Chen's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicha San Chen's current NYC health grade?
Chicha San Chen currently has a A grade.
When was Chicha San Chen last inspected?
Chicha San Chen was last inspected on April 29, 2026.
What was Chicha San Chen's latest inspection score?
Chicha San Chen's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Chicha San Chen have in its latest inspection?
Chicha San Chen had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Chicha San Chen located?
Chicha San Chen is located at 72 Bayard 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: 50151450
Last updated: July 3, 2026