Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
January 12, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 7
Chihiro Tea currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 12, 2026 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
January 12, 2026
- Date
- January 12, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Jan 12, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 16, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 4, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 25, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 30, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Chihiro Tea has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2026 and April 2024. Its latest score was 13, 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.
Chihiro Tea's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chihiro Tea's current NYC health grade?
Chihiro Tea currently has a A grade.
When was Chihiro Tea last inspected?
Chihiro Tea was last inspected on January 12, 2026.
What was Chihiro Tea's latest inspection score?
Chihiro Tea's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Chihiro Tea have in its latest inspection?
Chihiro Tea had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Chihiro Tea located?
Chihiro Tea is located at 552 Laguardia Place in Manhattan, NY 10012.
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: 50124279
Last updated: July 3, 2026