Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
February 25, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 7
Polpette 71 currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 25, 2026 found 5 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
- 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.
- 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
February 25, 2026
- Date
- February 25, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 5 (1 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Feb 25, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Polpette 71 has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: February 2026 and May 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its May 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.
Polpette 71's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polpette 71's current NYC health grade?
Polpette 71 currently has a A grade.
When was Polpette 71 last inspected?
Polpette 71 was last inspected on February 25, 2026.
What was Polpette 71's latest inspection score?
Polpette 71's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Polpette 71 have in its latest inspection?
Polpette 71 had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Polpette 71 located?
Polpette 71 is located at 71 West 71st Street in Manhattan, NY 10023.
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: 40698274
Last updated: June 26, 2026