Times Deli & Cafe Health Inspection Grade
American · 158 West 44th Street, Manhattan, NY 10036
Current Grade
Current grade
C
Latest score
52
Last inspection
May 27, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
45 / 7
Times Deli & Cafe currently has a C grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 27, 2026 found 9 violations, including 6 critical violations, for a total score of 52 points.
Latest Violations
6 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.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
- 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.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Latest Inspection Details
May 27, 2026
- Date
- May 27, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- C
- Score
- 52
- Critical points
- 45
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 9 (6 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
May 27, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 31, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 22, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 30, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Times Deli & Cafe's most recent graded inspection in May 2026 was a C, after a A in October 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.
Times Deli & Cafe's latest score: 52
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Times Deli & Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Times Deli & Cafe currently has a C grade.
When was Times Deli & Cafe last inspected?
Times Deli & Cafe was last inspected on May 27, 2026.
What was Times Deli & Cafe's latest inspection score?
Times Deli & Cafe's latest inspection score was 52 points.
How many violations did Times Deli & Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Times Deli & Cafe had 9 violations in its latest inspection, including 6 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Times Deli & Cafe located?
Times Deli & Cafe is located at 158 West 44th Street in Manhattan, NY 10036.
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: 50136294
Last updated: July 3, 2026