Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
10
Last inspection
May 15, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 3
Hidden Grounds currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 15, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 10 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
- 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
May 15, 2025
- Date
- May 15, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 10
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 15, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 6, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 17, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Hidden Grounds has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2025 and August 2024. Its latest score was 10, slightly higher than its August 2024 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.
Hidden Grounds's latest score: 10
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hidden Grounds's current NYC health grade?
Hidden Grounds currently has a A grade.
When was Hidden Grounds last inspected?
Hidden Grounds was last inspected on May 15, 2025.
What was Hidden Grounds's latest inspection score?
Hidden Grounds's latest inspection score was 10 points.
How many violations did Hidden Grounds have in its latest inspection?
Hidden Grounds had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Hidden Grounds located?
Hidden Grounds is located at 36 3rd Avenue 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: 50150171
Last updated: July 3, 2026