Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
May 8, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 2
Ess-a-Bagel currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 8, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 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
- Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Latest Inspection Details
May 8, 2026
- Date
- May 8, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 8, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 23, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 11, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Ess-a-Bagel received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in May 2026 with a score of 9.
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.
Ess-a-Bagel's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ess-a-Bagel's current NYC health grade?
Ess-a-Bagel currently has a A grade.
When was Ess-a-Bagel last inspected?
Ess-a-Bagel was last inspected on May 8, 2026.
What was Ess-a-Bagel's latest inspection score?
Ess-a-Bagel's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did Ess-a-Bagel have in its latest inspection?
Ess-a-Bagel had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Ess-a-Bagel located?
Ess-a-Bagel is located at 115 Broadway in Manhattan, NY 10006.
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: 50165797
Last updated: July 3, 2026