Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette Health Inspection Grade
American · 1226 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10028
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
10
Last inspection
October 30, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 4
Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 30, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 10 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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.
- Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
Latest Inspection Details
October 30, 2025
- Date
- October 30, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 10
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Oct 30, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 28, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 24, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 28, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2025 and August 2024. Its latest score was 10, lower than its August 2024 score of 12.
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.
Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette's latest score: 10
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette's current NYC health grade?
Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette currently has a A grade.
When was Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette last inspected?
Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette was last inspected on October 30, 2025.
What was Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette's latest inspection score?
Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette's latest inspection score was 10 points.
How many violations did Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette have in its latest inspection?
Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette located?
Lexington Candy Shop Luncheonette is located at 1226 Lexington Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10028.
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: 40719552
Last updated: June 26, 2026