Tea Scholar
37-20 PRINCE STREET, Queens, 11354
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (6 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Feb 2, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Feb 2, 2026
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
CriticalFood was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2026 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Jul 8, 2025 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 8 (4 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 10 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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