Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
February 18, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 3
Chief currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 18, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- 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
- 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
February 18, 2026
- Date
- February 18, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 9
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Feb 18, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 18, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 6, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Chief has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: February 2026 and November 2024. Its latest score was 12, lower than its November 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.
Chief's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chief's current NYC health grade?
Chief currently has a A grade.
When was Chief last inspected?
Chief was last inspected on February 18, 2026.
What was Chief's latest inspection score?
Chief's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Chief have in its latest inspection?
Chief had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Chief located?
Chief is located at 13 East 19th Street in Manhattan, NY 10003.
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: 50111909
Last updated: July 3, 2026