Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine Health Inspection Grade
Ethiopian · 2288 Frederick Douglass Boulevard, Manhattan, NY
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
January 8, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 8, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Non-Critical
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
January 8, 2026
- Date
- January 8, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jan 8, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 24, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Mar 18, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Grade Trend
Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in January 2026 with a 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.
Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine's current NYC health grade?
Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine currently has a A grade.
When was Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine last inspected?
Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine was last inspected on January 8, 2026.
What was Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine's latest inspection score?
Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine have in its latest inspection?
Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine located?
Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine is located at 2288 Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan, NY.
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: 50151832
Last updated: July 3, 2026