Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe Health Inspection Grade
American · 425 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10017
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
February 25, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 3
Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe 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 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
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 / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Feb 25, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 8, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 10, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: February 2026 and April 2024. Its latest score was 11, slightly higher than its April 2024 score of 5.
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.
Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe last inspected?
Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe was last inspected on February 25, 2026.
What was Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe's latest inspection score?
Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe located?
Simpson Thacher and Bartlet Cafe is located at 425 Lexington Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10017.
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: 40403721
Last updated: June 26, 2026