Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
15
Last inspection
April 29, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
15 / 0
Essex currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 29, 2025 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 15 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
Latest Inspection Details
April 29, 2025
- Date
- April 29, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 15
- Critical points
- 15
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Apr 29, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 18, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 14, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 2, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 12, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Essex's most recent graded inspection in April 2025 was a B, after a C in November 2024.
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.
Essex's latest score: 15
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Essex's current NYC health grade?
Essex currently has a B grade.
When was Essex last inspected?
Essex was last inspected on April 29, 2025.
What was Essex's latest inspection score?
Essex's latest inspection score was 15 points.
How many violations did Essex have in its latest inspection?
Essex had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Essex located?
Essex is located at 124 Rivington 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: 50094131
Last updated: June 26, 2026