Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
April 9, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
12 / 0
Despana currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 9, 2026 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 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.
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Latest Inspection Details
April 9, 2026
- Date
- April 9, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 12
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Apr 9, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 29, 2025
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Jul 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 11, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Grade Trend
Despana's most recent graded inspection in April 2026 was a A, after a C in July 2025.
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.
Despana's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Despana's current NYC health grade?
Despana currently has a A grade.
When was Despana last inspected?
Despana was last inspected on April 9, 2026.
What was Despana's latest inspection score?
Despana's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Despana have in its latest inspection?
Despana had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Despana located?
Despana is located at 408 Broome Street in Manhattan, NY 10013.
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: 50114231
Last updated: July 3, 2026