Gong Cha
12 WEST 32 STREET, Manhattan, 10001
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (8 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Nov 12, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Nov 12, 2025
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
CriticalA general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
A paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (2 critical) |
| Jan 7, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection | 1 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Grade C | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 5 (2 critical) |
| Oct 16, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| May 24, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 13 rodent inspections on record, 9 finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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