The Shell Health Inspection Grade
Mediterranean · 635 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10024
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
August 20, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
The Shell currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 20, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 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.
Non-Critical
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
- 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
August 20, 2025
- Date
- August 20, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Aug 20, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 1, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Shell has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: August 2025 and June 2023. Its latest score was 11, slightly higher than its June 2023 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.
The Shell's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Shell's current NYC health grade?
The Shell currently has a A grade.
When was The Shell last inspected?
The Shell was last inspected on August 20, 2025.
What was The Shell's latest inspection score?
The Shell's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did The Shell have in its latest inspection?
The Shell had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is The Shell located?
The Shell is located at 635 Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10024.
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: 50135935
Last updated: July 3, 2026