Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
24
Last inspection
October 16, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
14 / 10
The City Diner currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 16, 2025 found 6 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 24 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 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
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
October 16, 2025
- Date
- October 16, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 24
- Critical points
- 14
- Non-critical points
- 10
- Violations
- 6 (2 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Oct 16, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 28, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The City Diner received a B grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in October 2025 with a score of 24.
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 City Diner's latest score: 24
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The City Diner's current NYC health grade?
The City Diner currently has a B grade.
When was The City Diner last inspected?
The City Diner was last inspected on October 16, 2025.
What was The City Diner's latest inspection score?
The City Diner's latest inspection score was 24 points.
How many violations did The City Diner have in its latest inspection?
The City Diner had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is The City Diner located?
The City Diner is located at 65-35 Grand Avenue in Queens, NY 11378.
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: 50172762
Last updated: July 3, 2026