Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
February 19, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
13 / 0
Safari currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 19, 2026 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
February 19, 2026
- Date
- February 19, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 13
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Feb 19, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 10, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 6, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Safari has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: February 2026 and September 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its September 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.
Safari's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Safari's current NYC health grade?
Safari currently has a A grade.
When was Safari last inspected?
Safari was last inspected on February 19, 2026.
What was Safari's latest inspection score?
Safari's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Safari have in its latest inspection?
Safari had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Safari located?
Safari is located at 55 Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10026.
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: 50144008
Last updated: July 3, 2026