The Scratcher Cafe Health Inspection Grade
Irish · 209 East 5th Street, Manhattan, NY 10003
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
10
Last inspection
March 12, 2024
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 3
The Scratcher Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 12, 2024 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 10 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
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.
Latest Inspection Details
March 12, 2024
- Date
- March 12, 2024
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 10
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Mar 12, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 9, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 16, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Scratcher Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2024 and March 2022. Its latest score was 10, slightly higher than its March 2022 score of 7.
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 Scratcher Cafe's latest score: 10
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Scratcher Cafe's current NYC health grade?
The Scratcher Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was The Scratcher Cafe last inspected?
The Scratcher Cafe was last inspected on March 12, 2024.
What was The Scratcher Cafe's latest inspection score?
The Scratcher Cafe's latest inspection score was 10 points.
How many violations did The Scratcher Cafe have in its latest inspection?
The Scratcher Cafe had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is The Scratcher Cafe located?
The Scratcher Cafe is located at 209 East 5th Street in Manhattan, NY 10003.
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: 40400810
Last updated: June 26, 2026