GONG CHA

GRADE A

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Overview

GONG CHA in Downtown Brooklyn DUMBO Boerum Hill received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on December 11, 2025, scoring 2 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
136 WILLOUGHBY STREET
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Cuisine
Juice, Smoothies, Fruit Salads
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
5 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 08B

NYC Health Code Violation 08B

Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 08B to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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GONG CHA — Inspection Questions

Did GONG CHA pass their NYC health inspection on December 11, 2025?
GONG CHA passed with an A grade on December 11, 2025 with a score of 2 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did GONG CHA have?
GONG CHA had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 08B mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 08B (NYC Health Code Violation 08B) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 08B to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.