Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
April 20, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
Turtle Bay Tavern currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 20, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
April 20, 2026
- Date
- April 20, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-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
3 inspections
Apr 20, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 25, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 16, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Turtle Bay Tavern has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2026 and May 2024. Its latest score was 11, slightly higher than its May 2024 score of 7.
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.
Turtle Bay Tavern's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turtle Bay Tavern's current NYC health grade?
Turtle Bay Tavern currently has a A grade.
When was Turtle Bay Tavern last inspected?
Turtle Bay Tavern was last inspected on April 20, 2026.
What was Turtle Bay Tavern's latest inspection score?
Turtle Bay Tavern's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Turtle Bay Tavern have in its latest inspection?
Turtle Bay Tavern had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Turtle Bay Tavern located?
Turtle Bay Tavern is located at 975 2nd 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: 50149083
Last updated: July 3, 2026