Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
7
Last inspection
March 20, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 2
Area 53 currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 20, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 7 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
Non-Critical
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
March 20, 2025
- Date
- March 20, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 7
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Mar 20, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Area 53 received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in March 2025 with a score of 7.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Area 53's latest score: 7
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Area 53's current NYC health grade?
Area 53 currently has a A grade.
When was Area 53 last inspected?
Area 53 was last inspected on March 20, 2025.
What was Area 53's latest inspection score?
Area 53's latest inspection score was 7 points.
How many violations did Area 53 have in its latest inspection?
Area 53 had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Area 53 located?
Area 53 is located at 53 Bridge Street in Brooklyn, NY 11201.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50145708
Last updated: July 3, 2026