Hard to Explain Health Inspection Grade
Bottled Beverages · 224 East 10th Street, Manhattan, NY 10003
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
6
Last inspection
June 2, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 6
Hard to Explain currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 2, 2026 found 3 violations, for a total score of 6 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 3 non-critical
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.
- 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.
- Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
Latest Inspection Details
June 2, 2026
- Date
- June 2, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 6
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 3 (0 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 2, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 23, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 1, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Hard to Explain has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2026 and August 2023. Its latest score was 6, slightly higher than its August 2023 score of 5.
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.
Hard to Explain's latest score: 6
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hard to Explain's current NYC health grade?
Hard to Explain currently has a A grade.
When was Hard to Explain last inspected?
Hard to Explain was last inspected on June 2, 2026.
What was Hard to Explain's latest inspection score?
Hard to Explain's latest inspection score was 6 points.
How many violations did Hard to Explain have in its latest inspection?
Hard to Explain had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Hard to Explain located?
Hard to Explain is located at 224 East 10th Street in Manhattan, NY 10003.
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: 50121714
Last updated: July 3, 2026