Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
June 25, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
12 / 0
The Box currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 25, 2026 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.
Latest Inspection Details
June 25, 2026
- Date
- June 25, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 12
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Jun 25, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 24, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Box has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2026 and September 2023. Its latest score was 12, lower than its September 2023 score of 13.
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.
The Box's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Box's current NYC health grade?
The Box currently has a A grade.
When was The Box last inspected?
The Box was last inspected on June 25, 2026.
What was The Box's latest inspection score?
The Box's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did The Box have in its latest inspection?
The Box had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is The Box located?
The Box is located at 189 Chrystie Street in Manhattan, NY 10002.
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: 41281111
Last updated: June 26, 2026