Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
22
Last inspection
April 17, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
15 / 7
Teranga currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 17, 2026 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 22 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
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.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- Thawing procedure improper.
Latest Inspection Details
April 17, 2026
- Date
- April 17, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 22
- Critical points
- 15
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Apr 17, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 10, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 17, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 13, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Teranga's most recent graded inspection in April 2026 was a B, after a A in April 2024.
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.
Teranga's latest score: 22
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Teranga's current NYC health grade?
Teranga currently has a B grade.
When was Teranga last inspected?
Teranga was last inspected on April 17, 2026.
What was Teranga's latest inspection score?
Teranga's latest inspection score was 22 points.
How many violations did Teranga have in its latest inspection?
Teranga had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Teranga located?
Teranga is located at 601 Lexington Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10022.
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: 50115990
Last updated: July 3, 2026