Rainbow Falafel Health Inspection Grade
Middle Eastern · 26 East 17th Street, Manhattan, NY 10003
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
8
Last inspection
May 12, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 2
Rainbow Falafel currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 12, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 8 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
May 12, 2026
- Date
- May 12, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 8
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 12, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 9, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-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).
Grade Trend
Rainbow Falafel has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2026 and January 2025. Its latest score was 8, lower than its January 2025 score of 13.
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.
Rainbow Falafel's latest score: 8
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rainbow Falafel's current NYC health grade?
Rainbow Falafel currently has a A grade.
When was Rainbow Falafel last inspected?
Rainbow Falafel was last inspected on May 12, 2026.
What was Rainbow Falafel's latest inspection score?
Rainbow Falafel's latest inspection score was 8 points.
How many violations did Rainbow Falafel have in its latest inspection?
Rainbow Falafel had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Rainbow Falafel located?
Rainbow Falafel is located at 26 East 17th Street in Manhattan, NY 10003.
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: 40512002
Last updated: June 26, 2026