Smith & Wollensky Health Inspection Grade

American · 201 East 49th Street, Manhattan, NY 10017

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Current Grade

Current grade

A

Latest score

12

Last inspection

January 8, 2025

Critical / non-critical points

7 / 5

Smith & Wollensky currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 8, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 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

  • 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

January 8, 2025
Date
January 8, 2025
Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade
A
Score
12
Critical points
7
Non-critical points
5
Violations
3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)

Inspection History

3 inspections

Jan 8, 2025

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

A
3 Violations
1 Critical2 Non-Critical

Oct 19, 2023

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

A
2 Violations
2 Non-Critical

Feb 8, 2022

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

A
2 Violations
1 Critical1 Non-Critical

Grade Trend

Smith & Wollensky has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2025 and October 2023. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its October 2023 score of 4.

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.

Smith & Wollensky's latest score: 12

Grade range: A

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Smith & Wollensky's current NYC health grade?

Smith & Wollensky currently has a A grade.

When was Smith & Wollensky last inspected?

Smith & Wollensky was last inspected on January 8, 2025.

What was Smith & Wollensky's latest inspection score?

Smith & Wollensky's latest inspection score was 12 points.

How many violations did Smith & Wollensky have in its latest inspection?

Smith & Wollensky had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.

Where is Smith & Wollensky located?

Smith & Wollensky is located at 201 East 49th Street 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: 40370766
Last updated: June 26, 2026