Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
31
Last inspection
March 26, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
29 / 2
Fresh Kitchen currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 26, 2026 found 10 violations, including 8 critical violations, for a total score of 31 points.
Latest Violations
8 critical · 2 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.
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 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.
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Non-Critical
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Latest Inspection Details
March 26, 2026
- Date
- March 26, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 31
- Critical points
- 29
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 10 (8 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Mar 26, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 30, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 19, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 10, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Fresh Kitchen has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: July 2024 and May 2023. Its latest score was 4, lower than its May 2023 score of 8.
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.
Fresh Kitchen's latest score: 31
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fresh Kitchen's current NYC health grade?
Fresh Kitchen currently has a Z grade.
When was Fresh Kitchen last inspected?
Fresh Kitchen was last inspected on March 26, 2026.
What was Fresh Kitchen's latest inspection score?
Fresh Kitchen's latest inspection score was 31 points.
How many violations did Fresh Kitchen have in its latest inspection?
Fresh Kitchen had 10 violations in its latest inspection, including 8 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Fresh Kitchen located?
Fresh Kitchen is located at 265 Madison Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10016.
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: 50134144
Last updated: July 3, 2026