SWEETEA in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square
⚠️ This facility has been closed 1 time by the NYC Health Department
CLOSED
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026
📍 167 MADISON AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10016 ·
🍽️ Coffee/Tea
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🚇 Herald Square-34th Street
Overview
SWEETEA in Midtown South holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH with a score of 12 points. Across 8 inspections dating back to 2022, the restaurant has received 1 emergency closure on record, though its most recent inspection resulted in a Grade A.
8
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Closure
1
Grade A Inspection
SWEETEA in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square: Emergency Closures (1)
SWEETEA in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square: Full Inspection History (8 records)
🚫 CLOSURE
Jan 28, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 72
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
Jan 28, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“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.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
GRADE A
Jul 30, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 12
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility...
May 14, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or n...
Dec 21, 2022
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 5
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
Violations:
06C
Dec 13, 2022
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex glov...
Dec 13, 2022
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 35
Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. Shared patron-employee toilet accessed through kitchen, food prep or storage area or utensil washing area.
Violations:
05E
Dec 13, 2022
— Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
SWEETEA in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square: News Coverage (1)
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SWEETEA in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was SWEETEA last inspected?
- SWEETEA was last inspected on January 28, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 72 points.
- What is SWEETEA's current health grade?
- SWEETEA currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many times has SWEETEA been closed by NYC Health?
- SWEETEA has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 1 time. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has SWEETEA had?
- SWEETEA has 8 health inspections on record from December 2022 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at SWEETEA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at SWEETEA was 72 points on January 28, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.