Lil Frankie's Grocery Health Inspection Grade
Sandwiches · 21 1st Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
March 18, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 4
Lil Frankie's Grocery currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 18, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Non-Critical
- 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 18, 2026
- Date
- March 18, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Mar 18, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 22, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 25, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 13, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Lil Frankie's Grocery's most recent graded inspection in March 2026 was a A, after a C in September 2025.
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.
Lil Frankie's Grocery's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lil Frankie's Grocery's current NYC health grade?
Lil Frankie's Grocery currently has a A grade.
When was Lil Frankie's Grocery last inspected?
Lil Frankie's Grocery was last inspected on March 18, 2026.
What was Lil Frankie's Grocery's latest inspection score?
Lil Frankie's Grocery's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did Lil Frankie's Grocery have in its latest inspection?
Lil Frankie's Grocery had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Lil Frankie's Grocery located?
Lil Frankie's Grocery is located at 21 1st 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: 50119362
Last updated: July 3, 2026