The Monster Health Inspection Grade

American · 80 Grove Street, Manhattan, NY 10014

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Current Grade

Current grade

A

Latest score

13

Last inspection

November 20, 2025

Critical / non-critical points

11 / 2

The Monster currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 20, 2025 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 13 points.

Latest Violations

2 critical · 1 non-critical

Critical

  • Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
  • 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.

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.

Latest Inspection Details

November 20, 2025
Date
November 20, 2025
Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade
A
Score
13
Critical points
11
Non-critical points
2
Violations
3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)

Inspection History

3 inspections

Nov 20, 2025

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

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

A
3 Violations
2 Critical1 Non-Critical

Oct 9, 2024

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

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

A
3 Violations
2 Critical1 Non-Critical

Dec 28, 2022

Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

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

A
2 Violations
1 Critical1 Non-Critical

Grade Trend

The Monster has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: November 2025 and October 2024. Its latest score remained 13 in both inspections.

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 Monster's latest score: 13

Grade range: A

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Monster's current NYC health grade?

The Monster currently has a A grade.

When was The Monster last inspected?

The Monster was last inspected on November 20, 2025.

What was The Monster's latest inspection score?

The Monster's latest inspection score was 13 points.

How many violations did The Monster have in its latest inspection?

The Monster had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.

Where is The Monster located?

The Monster is located at 80 Grove 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: 40376496
Last updated: June 26, 2026