Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
May 14, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
Pinch Chinese currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 14, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Non-Critical
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- 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
May 14, 2026
- Date
- May 14, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
May 14, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 31, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Pinch Chinese has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2026 and May 2023. Its latest score was 11, slightly higher than its May 2023 score of 2.
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.
Pinch Chinese's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinch Chinese's current NYC health grade?
Pinch Chinese currently has a A grade.
When was Pinch Chinese last inspected?
Pinch Chinese was last inspected on May 14, 2026.
What was Pinch Chinese's latest inspection score?
Pinch Chinese's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Pinch Chinese have in its latest inspection?
Pinch Chinese had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Pinch Chinese located?
Pinch Chinese is located at 177 Prince Street in Manhattan, NY 10012.
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: 50059265
Last updated: June 26, 2026