Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
8
Last inspection
March 20, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 2
Gong Cha currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 20, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 8 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 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
- 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
March 20, 2026
- Date
- March 20, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 8
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Mar 20, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Gong Cha received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in March 2026 with a score of 8.
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: 8
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gong Cha's current NYC health grade?
Gong Cha currently has a A grade.
When was Gong Cha last inspected?
Gong Cha was last inspected on March 20, 2026.
What was Gong Cha's latest inspection score?
Gong Cha's latest inspection score was 8 points.
How many violations did Gong Cha have in its latest inspection?
Gong Cha had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Gong Cha located?
Gong Cha is located at 625 8th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10018.
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: 50150488
Last updated: July 3, 2026