Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
September 17, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 2
Factory Tamal currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 17, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 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
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
September 17, 2025
- Date
- September 17, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Sep 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 16, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 6, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Factory Tamal has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2025 and September 2024. Its latest score was 9, slightly higher than its September 2024 score of 6.
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.
Factory Tamal's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Factory Tamal's current NYC health grade?
Factory Tamal currently has a A grade.
When was Factory Tamal last inspected?
Factory Tamal was last inspected on September 17, 2025.
What was Factory Tamal's latest inspection score?
Factory Tamal's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did Factory Tamal have in its latest inspection?
Factory Tamal had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Factory Tamal located?
Factory Tamal is located at 34 Ludlow 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: 50068651
Last updated: June 26, 2026