Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
February 2, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
16 Handles currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 2, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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.
Latest Inspection Details
February 2, 2026
- Date
- February 2, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / 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
6 inspections
Feb 2, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 19, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Aug 28, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 7, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 13, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
16 Handles's most recent graded inspection in February 2026 was a A, after a C in March 2024.
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: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →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 February 2, 2026.
What was 16 Handles's latest inspection score?
16 Handles's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did 16 Handles have in its latest inspection?
16 Handles had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is 16 Handles located?
16 Handles is located at 178 8th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10011.
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: 50096572
Last updated: June 26, 2026