Elbow Bread Health Inspection Grade
Bakery Products/desserts · 1 Ludlow Street, Manhattan, NY 10002
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
April 29, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 3
Elbow Bread currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 29, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
Non-Critical
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Latest Inspection Details
April 29, 2025
- Date
- April 29, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / 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
1 inspection
Apr 29, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Elbow Bread received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in April 2025 with a score of 12.
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.
Elbow Bread's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elbow Bread's current NYC health grade?
Elbow Bread currently has a A grade.
When was Elbow Bread last inspected?
Elbow Bread was last inspected on April 29, 2025.
What was Elbow Bread's latest inspection score?
Elbow Bread's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Elbow Bread have in its latest inspection?
Elbow Bread had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Elbow Bread located?
Elbow Bread is located at 1 Ludlow Street in Manhattan, NY 10002.
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: 50158538
Last updated: July 3, 2026