Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
June 27, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
Hi Tea currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 27, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
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.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
June 27, 2025
- Date
- June 27, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 27, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 6, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 9, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Hi Tea has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2025 and May 2024. Its latest score remained 12 in both inspections.
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.
Hi Tea's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hi Tea's current NYC health grade?
Hi Tea currently has a A grade.
When was Hi Tea last inspected?
Hi Tea was last inspected on June 27, 2025.
What was Hi Tea's latest inspection score?
Hi Tea's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Hi Tea have in its latest inspection?
Hi Tea had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Hi Tea located?
Hi Tea is located at 61-24 Springfield Boulevard in Queens, NY 11364.
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: 50132244
Last updated: July 3, 2026