Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
29
Last inspection
February 12, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
19 / 10
Soup Kitchen currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 12, 2026 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 29 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
- Thawing procedure improper.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
February 12, 2026
- Date
- February 12, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 29
- Critical points
- 19
- Non-critical points
- 10
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Feb 12, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 10, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 7, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Soup Kitchen has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2024 and March 2023. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its March 2023 score of 3.
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.
Soup Kitchen's latest score: 29
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soup Kitchen's current NYC health grade?
Soup Kitchen does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Soup Kitchen last inspected?
Soup Kitchen was last inspected on February 12, 2026.
What was Soup Kitchen's latest inspection score?
Soup Kitchen's latest inspection score was 29 points.
How many violations did Soup Kitchen have in its latest inspection?
Soup Kitchen had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Soup Kitchen located?
Soup Kitchen is located at 259 West 55th Street in Manhattan, NY 10019.
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: 50087283
Last updated: June 26, 2026