MEOW PARLOUR in Chinatown Two Bridges
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Apr 8, 2026
📍 43 ESSEX STREET, Manhattan, NY 10002 ·
🍽️ Coffee/Tea
Overview
Meow Parlour in Chinatown holds a Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 7 points on its most recent inspection in 2024. The coffee and tea shop has completed 12 inspections this year with no emergency closures on record.
13
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
MEOW PARLOUR in Chinatown Two Bridges: Full Inspection History (13 records)
GRADE A
Apr 8, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 5
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Violations:
06D
GRADE N
Apr 17, 2024
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
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 li...
Apr 17, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
Violations:
20-08
GRADE N
Apr 17, 2024
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
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.
Violations:
10B
Apr 17, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
Violations:
20-08
GRADE N
Apr 17, 2024
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
Lighting inadequate; permanent lighting not provided in food preparation areas, ware washing areas, and storage rooms. Shatterproof bulb or shield to prevent broken glass from falling into food or onto surfaces, not installed.
Violations:
10C
Apr 17, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
Violations:
20-08
GRADE N
Apr 17, 2024
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
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.
Lighting inadequate; permanent lighting not provided in food prepa...
Apr 17, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
Violations:
20-08
GRADE N
Apr 17, 2024
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
Violations:
10A
Apr 17, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
Violations:
20-08
GRADE N
Apr 17, 2024
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
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.
Violations:
10B
Apr 17, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
Violations:
20-08
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MEOW PARLOUR in Chinatown Two Bridges: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was MEOW PARLOUR last inspected?
- MEOW PARLOUR was last inspected on April 8, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 5 points.
- What is MEOW PARLOUR's current health grade?
- MEOW PARLOUR currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has MEOW PARLOUR had?
- MEOW PARLOUR has 13 health inspections on record from April 2024 through April 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at MEOW PARLOUR?
- The worst inspection score recorded at MEOW PARLOUR was 7 points on April 17, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has MEOW PARLOUR ever received a Grade C?
- No. MEOW PARLOUR has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.