Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
September 12, 2019
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
Candle 79 currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 12, 2019 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal product temperature is reduced from 140º F to 70º F or less within 2 hours, and from 70º F to 41º F or less within 4 additional hours.
Non-Critical
- Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. Unacceptable material used. Non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
Latest Inspection Details
September 12, 2019
- Date
- September 12, 2019
- 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
6 inspections
Sep 12, 2019
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 13, 2018
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 29, 2018
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 4, 2017
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 13, 2016
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 19, 2016
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Candle 79 has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2019 and December 2018. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its December 2018 score of 11.
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.
Candle 79's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Candle 79's current NYC health grade?
Candle 79 currently has a A grade.
When was Candle 79 last inspected?
Candle 79 was last inspected on September 12, 2019.
What was Candle 79's latest inspection score?
Candle 79's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Candle 79 have in its latest inspection?
Candle 79 had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Candle 79 located?
Candle 79 is located at 154 East 79th Street in Manhattan, NY 10075.
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: 40978159
Last updated: June 26, 2026