West African Cuisine Health Inspection Grade
African · 62 East 116th Street, Manhattan, NY 10029
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
January 14, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
West African Cuisine currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 14, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- 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
January 14, 2026
- Date
- January 14, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Jan 14, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
West African Cuisine received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in January 2026 with a score of 13.
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.
West African Cuisine's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is West African Cuisine's current NYC health grade?
West African Cuisine currently has a A grade.
When was West African Cuisine last inspected?
West African Cuisine was last inspected on January 14, 2026.
What was West African Cuisine's latest inspection score?
West African Cuisine's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did West African Cuisine have in its latest inspection?
West African Cuisine had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is West African Cuisine located?
West African Cuisine is located at 62 East 116th Street in Manhattan, NY 10029.
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: 50170466
Last updated: July 3, 2026