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Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
September 10, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
The Scratcher currently has an A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 10, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
The Scratcher currently has an A grade.
The Scratcher was last inspected on September 10, 2026.
The Scratcher's latest inspection score was 12 points.
The Scratcher had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
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: 40400810
Last updated: October 30, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
The Scratcher has received an A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2026 and March 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its March 2024 score of 10.
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.
The Scratcher's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →The Scratcher is located at 209 East 5th Street in Manhattan, NY 10003.
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