Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
December 17, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 7
King Food currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 17, 2025 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- 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.
- Thawing procedure improper.
Latest Inspection Details
December 17, 2025
- Date
- December 17, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Dec 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 1, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 30, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
King Food has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: December 2025 and July 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its July 2024 score of 12.
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.
King Food's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Food's current NYC health grade?
King Food currently has a A grade.
When was King Food last inspected?
King Food was last inspected on December 17, 2025.
What was King Food's latest inspection score?
King Food's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did King Food have in its latest inspection?
King Food had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is King Food located?
King Food is located at 489 Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10024.
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: 50134726
Last updated: July 3, 2026