Solely Tea

111 Eldridge Street, Manhattan, NY 10002
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jun 10, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The inspection history at Solely Tea is still short, with only two visits logged. Solely Tea was last inspected on Jun 10, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

Across the inspection history, “dishwashing and ware washing” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. The record reflects steady performance over time.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
95
Mar 7, 2024
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)
19-06
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
20-08
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Solely Tea last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Solely Tea on file is from Jun 10, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Solely Tea?

Across the inspection record, “dishwashing and ware washing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Solely Tea.

How does Solely Tea compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Solely Tea most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Solely Tea's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Solely Tea have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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