Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
10
Last inspection
February 25, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 3
Sam's Place currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 25, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 10 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
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.
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
- 10
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Feb 25, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 20, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Sam's Place's most recent graded inspection in February 2026 was a A, after a B in December 2023.
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.
Sam's Place's latest score: 10
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sam's Place's current NYC health grade?
Sam's Place currently has a A grade.
When was Sam's Place last inspected?
Sam's Place was last inspected on February 25, 2026.
What was Sam's Place's latest inspection score?
Sam's Place's latest inspection score was 10 points.
How many violations did Sam's Place have in its latest inspection?
Sam's Place had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Sam's Place located?
Sam's Place is located at 132 East 39th Street in Manhattan, NY 10016.
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: 40385852
Last updated: June 26, 2026