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Coffee/Tea · Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square
GONG CHA health grade & inspection history
12 WEST 32 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10001
20 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: C (Dec 19, 2024). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Nov 12, 2025; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Nov 12, 2025Inspection date
4Violations recorded
2Critical items
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 02BCritical violation
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 06ECritical violation
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- 10B
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.
- 10G
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Score trend
GONG CHA inspection history
22 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2025 | — | 20 | 4 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Nov 12, 2025 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| Jan 7, 2025 | — | 2 | 1 | Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection |
| Dec 19, 2024 | C | 42 | 5 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Oct 16, 2024 | — | 22 | 4 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| May 24, 2023 | A | 12 | 2 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 02BRecorded in 3 inspections
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 10BRecorded in 3 inspections
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.
- 10FRecorded in 2 inspections
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.
- 04LRecorded in 2 inspections
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 08ARecorded in 2 inspections
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Official location
GONG CHA on the map
Common questions
GONG CHA inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for GONG CHA?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is C, dated Dec 19, 2024. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 20 violation points.
When was GONG CHA last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Nov 12, 2025.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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