Grade ASandwiches/Salads/Mixed BuffetNo recent inspection
Grace Deli & Cafe
1018 LEXINGTON AVENUE, Manhattan, 10021
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (1 year ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 29, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 29, 2025
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
CriticalA general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Thawing procedure improper.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Feb 21, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
| Feb 11, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 9 (5 critical) |
| Jul 7, 2023 | Grade B | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 3 (3 critical) |
| Jun 26, 2023 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 6 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 9 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
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