Prince Tea House

36-39 Prince Street, Queens, NY 11354

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Prince Tea House has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 30, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.

Looking across the full record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

Compared to other Queens restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 30, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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

06F

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

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

09C

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

08C

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

Sep 17, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

06D

Unclean or cracked whole eggs or unpasteurized liquid, frozen or powdered eggs kept or used.

03C

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

09E

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

10F

May 15, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

10H

10F

Nov 27, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

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

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

06D

10F

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

08A

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.

16-02

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Prince Tea House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Prince Tea House on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Prince Tea House?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Prince Tea House.

How does Prince Tea House compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Prince Tea House most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Prince Tea House's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Prince Tea House have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Prince Tea House 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 Prince Tea House inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Prince Tea House is inspected around two times per year on average.

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