Kolkata Chai Co

60 Kenmare Street, Manhattan, NY 10012

Indian

Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Kolkata Chai Co has three inspections in the public record. On Apr 29, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Among Manhattan restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 29, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 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

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

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

Nov 13, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

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

Aug 30, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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

04K

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

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kolkata Chai Co last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kolkata Chai Co on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Kolkata Chai Co compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Kolkata Chai Co most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Kolkata Chai Co's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kolkata Chai Co have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kolkata Chai Co means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Kolkata Chai Co inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kolkata Chai Co is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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