Initial Tea
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
61
Score
The most recent inspection for INITIAL TEA, located at 467 Dekalb Avenue in Brooklyn, NY, on April 14, 2026, resulted in a Moderate Risk score of 61. This inspection identified three critical violations, including evidence of mice, inadequate personal cleanliness, and improper storage of wiping cloths. Over four recorded inspections, INITIAL TEA has primarily received medium-risk ratings.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
61
Jul 21, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
67
May 13, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
61
Dec 4, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
74
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