Faces & Names Health Inspection Grade
New American · 161 West 54th Street, Manhattan, NY 10019
Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
23
Last inspection
May 6, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
15 / 8
Faces & Names currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 6, 2026 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 23 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
May 6, 2026
- Date
- May 6, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 23
- Critical points
- 15
- Non-critical points
- 8
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
May 6, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 11, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 23, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 7, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 11, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Faces & Names's most recent graded inspection in September 2025 was a B, after a A 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.
Faces & Names's latest score: 23
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Faces & Names's current NYC health grade?
Faces & Names does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Faces & Names last inspected?
Faces & Names was last inspected on May 6, 2026.
What was Faces & Names's latest inspection score?
Faces & Names's latest inspection score was 23 points.
How many violations did Faces & Names have in its latest inspection?
Faces & Names had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Faces & Names located?
Faces & Names is located at 161 West 54th Street in Manhattan, NY 10019.
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: 40568591
Last updated: June 26, 2026