Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
27
Last inspection
November 6, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
20 / 7
Emma's Torch currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 6, 2025 found 6 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 27 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
- 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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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
November 6, 2025
- Date
- November 6, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 27
- Critical points
- 20
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 6 (3 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Nov 6, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 10, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Emma's Torch received a B grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in November 2025 with a score of 27.
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.
Emma's Torch's latest score: 27
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma's Torch's current NYC health grade?
Emma's Torch currently has a B grade.
When was Emma's Torch last inspected?
Emma's Torch was last inspected on November 6, 2025.
What was Emma's Torch's latest inspection score?
Emma's Torch's latest inspection score was 27 points.
How many violations did Emma's Torch have in its latest inspection?
Emma's Torch had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Emma's Torch located?
Emma's Torch is located at 345 Smith Street in Brooklyn, NY 11231.
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: 50077075
Last updated: June 26, 2026