Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge Health Inspection Grade
Caribbean · 2308 Ac Powell Boulevard, Manhattan, NY 10030
Current Grade
Current grade
C
Latest score
43
Last inspection
March 17, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
36 / 7
Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge currently has a C grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 17, 2026 found 8 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 43 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 3 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.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 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.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Non-Critical
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
March 17, 2026
- Date
- March 17, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- C
- Score
- 43
- Critical points
- 36
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 8 (5 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
8 inspections
Mar 17, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 6, 2026
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 21, 2025
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Sep 10, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 26, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 25, 2025
Inspection Type: Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 16, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge has received a C grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2026 and September 2025. Its latest score was 43, slightly higher than its September 2025 score of 41.
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.
Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge's latest score: 43
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge's current NYC health grade?
Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge currently has a C grade.
When was Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge last inspected?
Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge was last inspected on March 17, 2026.
What was Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge's latest inspection score?
Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge's latest inspection score was 43 points.
How many violations did Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge have in its latest inspection?
Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge had 8 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge located?
Exquisite Vibez Restaurant BAR & Lounge is located at 2308 Ac Powell Boulevard in Manhattan, NY 10030.
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: 50141311
Last updated: July 3, 2026