Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
April 28, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
Ahimsa currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 28, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Non-Critical
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- 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
April 28, 2026
- Date
- April 28, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Apr 28, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 15, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 21, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Ahimsa has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2026 and May 2024. Its latest score was 11, lower than its May 2024 score of 13.
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.
Ahimsa's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ahimsa's current NYC health grade?
Ahimsa currently has a A grade.
When was Ahimsa last inspected?
Ahimsa was last inspected on April 28, 2026.
What was Ahimsa's latest inspection score?
Ahimsa's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Ahimsa have in its latest inspection?
Ahimsa had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Ahimsa located?
Ahimsa is located at 204 East 38th Street in Manhattan, NY 10016.
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: 50117774
Last updated: July 3, 2026