Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
September 19, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
12 / 0
The Elk currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 19, 2025 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 contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Latest Inspection Details
September 19, 2025
- Date
- September 19, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-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
5 inspections
Sep 19, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 31, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 9, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 28, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 28, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Elk has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2025 and April 2024. Its latest score was 12, lower than its April 2024 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 Elk's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Elk's current NYC health grade?
The Elk currently has a A grade.
When was The Elk last inspected?
The Elk was last inspected on September 19, 2025.
What was The Elk's latest inspection score?
The Elk's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did The Elk have in its latest inspection?
The Elk had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is The Elk located?
The Elk is located at 128 Charles Street in Manhattan, NY 10014.
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: 50008995
Last updated: June 26, 2026