Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
April 1, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
13 / 0
Chai Wala currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 1, 2026 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
April 1, 2026
- Date
- April 1, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 13
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Apr 1, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 15, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 12, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Chai Wala has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2026 and February 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its February 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.
Chai Wala's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chai Wala's current NYC health grade?
Chai Wala currently has a A grade.
When was Chai Wala last inspected?
Chai Wala was last inspected on April 1, 2026.
What was Chai Wala's latest inspection score?
Chai Wala's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Chai Wala have in its latest inspection?
Chai Wala had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Chai Wala located?
Chai Wala is located at 90-15 Rockaway Boulevard in Queens, NY 11416.
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: 50130542
Last updated: July 3, 2026