Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
22
Last inspection
February 10, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
20 / 2
Ballato currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 10, 2026 found 4 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 22 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Hot TCS food item that has been cooked and cooled is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º F or above within 2 hours.
- 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
- 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 10, 2026
- Date
- February 10, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 22
- Critical points
- 20
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 4 (3 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Feb 10, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 9, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 29, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Ballato has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2024 and March 2023. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its March 2023 score of 9.
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.
Ballato's latest score: 22
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballato's current NYC health grade?
Ballato does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Ballato last inspected?
Ballato was last inspected on February 10, 2026.
What was Ballato's latest inspection score?
Ballato's latest inspection score was 22 points.
How many violations did Ballato have in its latest inspection?
Ballato had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Ballato located?
Ballato is located at 55 East Houston Street in Manhattan, NY 10012.
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: 40581363
Last updated: June 26, 2026