Mei Lai Wah Health Inspection Grade
Bakery Products/desserts · 41 Mott Street, Manhattan, NY 10013
Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
53
Last inspection
July 1, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
45 / 8
Mei Lai Wah currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on July 1, 2026 found 11 violations, including 7 critical violations, for a total score of 53 points.
Latest Violations
7 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled DO NOT USE
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- 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.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
Non-Critical
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- 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.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
July 1, 2026
- Date
- July 1, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 53
- Critical points
- 45
- Non-critical points
- 8
- Violations
- 11 (7 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jul 1, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 10, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 23, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Mei Lai Wah does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
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.
Mei Lai Wah's latest score: 53
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mei Lai Wah's current NYC health grade?
Mei Lai Wah currently has a Z grade.
When was Mei Lai Wah last inspected?
Mei Lai Wah was last inspected on July 1, 2026.
What was Mei Lai Wah's latest inspection score?
Mei Lai Wah's latest inspection score was 53 points.
How many violations did Mei Lai Wah have in its latest inspection?
Mei Lai Wah had 11 violations in its latest inspection, including 7 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Mei Lai Wah located?
Mei Lai Wah is located at 41 Mott 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: 50173270
Last updated: July 3, 2026