Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
27
Last inspection
May 6, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
22 / 5
54 Below currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 6, 2026 found 5 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 27 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
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.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Latest Inspection Details
May 6, 2026
- Date
- May 6, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 27
- Critical points
- 22
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 5 (3 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
May 6, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 21, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
54 Below received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in June 2024 with a score of 7.
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.
54 Below's latest score: 27
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is 54 Below's current NYC health grade?
54 Below does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was 54 Below last inspected?
54 Below was last inspected on May 6, 2026.
What was 54 Below's latest inspection score?
54 Below's latest inspection score was 27 points.
How many violations did 54 Below have in its latest inspection?
54 Below had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is 54 Below located?
54 Below is located at 254 West 54th Street in Manhattan, NY 10019.
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: 41663204
Last updated: June 26, 2026