Beauty & Essex Health Inspection Grade
New American · 146 Essex Street, Manhattan, NY 10002
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
February 17, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
Beauty & Essex currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 17, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 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
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
February 17, 2026
- Date
- February 17, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Feb 17, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 4, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Beauty & Essex has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: February 2026 and June 2024. Its latest score was 11, slightly higher than its June 2024 score of 8.
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.
Beauty & Essex's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beauty & Essex's current NYC health grade?
Beauty & Essex currently has a A grade.
When was Beauty & Essex last inspected?
Beauty & Essex was last inspected on February 17, 2026.
What was Beauty & Essex's latest inspection score?
Beauty & Essex's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Beauty & Essex have in its latest inspection?
Beauty & Essex had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Beauty & Essex located?
Beauty & Essex is located at 146 Essex Street in Manhattan, NY 10002.
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: 41543887
Last updated: June 26, 2026