Her Boba

457 West 50 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Apr 23, 2025

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Inspectors have visited Her Boba five times, with records going back to 2023. On Apr 23, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “food contact surface not properly washed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Her Boba trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 23, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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.

10F

Jul 3, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Apr 24, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

10F

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Mar 13, 2023

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

05H

Feb 27, 2023

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

Written standard operating procedure (sop) approved by the department for refillable, reusable containers not available at the time of inspection. container construction improper

05H

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

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.

10B

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Her Boba last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Her Boba on file is from Apr 23, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Her Boba?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Her Boba.

How does Her Boba compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Her Boba most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Her Boba's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Her Boba have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Her Boba means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Her Boba inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Her Boba is inspected around two times per year on average.

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