Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
June 22, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 6
Ho Lee currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 22, 2026 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
Latest Inspection Details
June 22, 2026
- Date
- June 22, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Jun 22, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 15, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Ho Lee has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2026 and October 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its October 2024 score of 9.
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.
Ho Lee's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ho Lee's current NYC health grade?
Ho Lee currently has a A grade.
When was Ho Lee last inspected?
Ho Lee was last inspected on June 22, 2026.
What was Ho Lee's latest inspection score?
Ho Lee's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Ho Lee have in its latest inspection?
Ho Lee had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Ho Lee located?
Ho Lee is located at 2493 7th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10030.
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: 50128208
Last updated: July 3, 2026