Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
January 5, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 4
Shanghai 21 currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 5, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 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
- Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
- 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
January 5, 2026
- Date
- January 5, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Jan 5, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 25, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Shanghai 21 has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2026 and July 2024. Its latest score was 9, lower than its July 2024 score of 11.
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.
Shanghai 21's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shanghai 21's current NYC health grade?
Shanghai 21 currently has a A grade.
When was Shanghai 21 last inspected?
Shanghai 21 was last inspected on January 5, 2026.
What was Shanghai 21's latest inspection score?
Shanghai 21's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did Shanghai 21 have in its latest inspection?
Shanghai 21 had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Shanghai 21 located?
Shanghai 21 is located at 21 Mott Street in Manhattan, NY 10013.
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: 50078364
Last updated: June 26, 2026