Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
18
Last inspection
April 24, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 11
Ayah currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 24, 2026 found 6 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 18 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 5 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- 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.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- 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.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
April 24, 2026
- Date
- April 24, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 18
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 11
- Violations
- 6 (1 critical, 5 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Apr 24, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Ayah does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
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.
Ayah's latest score: 18
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ayah's current NYC health grade?
Ayah currently has a N grade.
When was Ayah last inspected?
Ayah was last inspected on April 24, 2026.
What was Ayah's latest inspection score?
Ayah's latest inspection score was 18 points.
How many violations did Ayah have in its latest inspection?
Ayah had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 5 non-critical violations.
Where is Ayah located?
Ayah is located at 77 West Houston Street in Manhattan, NY 10012.
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: 50175654
Last updated: July 3, 2026