Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
10
Last inspection
March 12, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 4
Papaya currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 12, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 10 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Non-Critical
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- 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 12, 2025
- Date
- March 12, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 10
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Mar 12, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Papaya received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in March 2025 with a score of 10.
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.
Papaya's latest score: 10
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Papaya's current NYC health grade?
Papaya currently has a A grade.
When was Papaya last inspected?
Papaya was last inspected on March 12, 2025.
What was Papaya's latest inspection score?
Papaya's latest inspection score was 10 points.
How many violations did Papaya have in its latest inspection?
Papaya had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Papaya located?
Papaya is located at 206 East 86th Street in Manhattan, NY 10028.
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: 50154881
Last updated: July 3, 2026
