Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
30
Last inspection
June 1, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
25 / 5
Hole in the Wall currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 1, 2026 found 5 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 30 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food preparation area, food storage area, or other area used by employees or patrons, contaminated by sewage or liquid waste.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.
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.
Latest Inspection Details
June 1, 2026
- Date
- June 1, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 30
- Critical points
- 25
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 5 (3 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
6 inspections
Jun 1, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 24, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 3, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 8, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 26, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 25, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Hole in the Wall's most recent graded inspection in July 2025 was a B, after a C in August 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.
Hole in the Wall's latest score: 30
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hole in the Wall's current NYC health grade?
Hole in the Wall currently has a Z grade.
When was Hole in the Wall last inspected?
Hole in the Wall was last inspected on June 1, 2026.
What was Hole in the Wall's latest inspection score?
Hole in the Wall's latest inspection score was 30 points.
How many violations did Hole in the Wall have in its latest inspection?
Hole in the Wall had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Hole in the Wall located?
Hole in the Wall is located at 15 Cliff Street in Manhattan, NY 10038.
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: 50060258
Last updated: June 26, 2026