Amy Ruth's Health Inspection Grade

Soul Food · 113 West 116th Street, Manhattan, NY 10026

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A

Current Grade

Current grade

A

Latest score

12

Last inspection

February 9, 2026

Critical / non-critical points

7 / 5

Amy Ruth's currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 9, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.

Latest Violations

1 critical · 2 non-critical

Critical

  • 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.
  • 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

February 9, 2026
Date
February 9, 2026
Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade
A
Score
12
Critical points
7
Non-critical points
5
Violations
3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)

Inspection History

3 inspections

Feb 9, 2026

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

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

A
3 Violations
1 Critical2 Non-Critical

Oct 23, 2024

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

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

A
3 Violations
1 Critical2 Non-Critical

Apr 6, 2023

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

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

A
2 Violations
2 Non-Critical

Grade Trend

Amy Ruth's has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: February 2026 and October 2024. Its latest score remained 12 in both inspections.

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.

Amy Ruth's's latest score: 12

Grade range: A

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Amy Ruth's's current NYC health grade?

Amy Ruth's currently has a A grade.

When was Amy Ruth's last inspected?

Amy Ruth's was last inspected on February 9, 2026.

What was Amy Ruth's's latest inspection score?

Amy Ruth's's latest inspection score was 12 points.

How many violations did Amy Ruth's have in its latest inspection?

Amy Ruth's had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.

Where is Amy Ruth's located?

Amy Ruth's is located at 113 West 116th Street in Manhattan, NY 10026.

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: 41614161
Last updated: June 26, 2026