DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA in Lower East Side
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Oct 15, 2025
Overview
DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA on the Lower East Side has been closed by NYC DOHMH inspectors 2 times in 2025. The restaurant currently holds a Grade Z following a score of 2 points on its most recent inspection, with all 4 inspections conducted this year resulting in closures or non-operational status.
4
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Closures
DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA in Lower East Side: Emergency Closures (2)
DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA in Lower East Side: Full Inspection History (4 records)
Oct 15, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 26
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system...
GRADE Z
Apr 10, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 2
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.
Violations:
10F
🚫 CLOSURE
Apr 7, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 93
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.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish hel...
🚫 CLOSURE
Apr 7, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 93
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
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,...
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DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA in Lower East Side: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA last inspected?
- DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA was last inspected on October 15, 2025 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 26 points.
- What is DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA's current health grade?
- DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many times has DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA been closed by NYC Health?
- DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA had?
- DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA has 4 health inspections on record from April 2025 through October 2025.
- What was the worst inspection score at DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at DUMPLING STORY / HAA TEA was 93 points on April 7, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.