16 Handles Health Inspection Grade

Frozen Desserts · 153 2nd Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003

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A

Current Grade

Current grade

A

Latest score

7

Last inspection

March 5, 2024

Critical / non-critical points

5 / 2

16 Handles currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 5, 2024 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 7 points.

Latest Violations

1 critical · 1 non-critical

Critical

  • Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

Non-Critical

  • Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

Latest Inspection Details

March 5, 2024
Date
March 5, 2024
Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade
A
Score
7
Critical points
5
Non-critical points
2
Violations
2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)

Inspection History

3 inspections

Mar 5, 2024

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

A
2 Violations
1 Critical1 Non-Critical

Mar 15, 2023

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

No Grade
5 Violations
3 Critical2 Non-Critical

Feb 7, 2022

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

A
2 Violations
2 Non-Critical

Grade Trend

16 Handles has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2024 and February 2022. Its latest score was 7, slightly higher than its February 2022 score of 5.

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.

16 Handles's latest score: 7

Grade range: A

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 16 Handles's current NYC health grade?

16 Handles currently has a A grade.

When was 16 Handles last inspected?

16 Handles was last inspected on March 5, 2024.

What was 16 Handles's latest inspection score?

16 Handles's latest inspection score was 7 points.

How many violations did 16 Handles have in its latest inspection?

16 Handles had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.

Where is 16 Handles located?

16 Handles is located at 153 2nd Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10003.

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: 50096571
Last updated: June 26, 2026