Essence BAR & Grill Health Inspection Grade
American · 1662 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
22
Last inspection
November 1, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
16 / 6
Essence BAR & Grill currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 1, 2025 found 4 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 22 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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
November 1, 2025
- Date
- November 1, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 22
- Critical points
- 16
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 4 (2 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
6 inspections
Nov 1, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 18, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 28, 2024
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 25, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 24, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 10, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Essence BAR & Grill received a C grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in August 2023 with a score of 37.
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.
Essence BAR & Grill's latest score: 22
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Essence BAR & Grill's current NYC health grade?
Essence BAR & Grill currently has a Z grade.
When was Essence BAR & Grill last inspected?
Essence BAR & Grill was last inspected on November 1, 2025.
What was Essence BAR & Grill's latest inspection score?
Essence BAR & Grill's latest inspection score was 22 points.
How many violations did Essence BAR & Grill have in its latest inspection?
Essence BAR & Grill had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Essence BAR & Grill located?
Essence BAR & Grill is located at 1662 Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11213.
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: 50136276
Last updated: July 3, 2026