Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
April 14, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
Veselka currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 14, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
Non-Critical
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
- 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
April 14, 2026
- Date
- April 14, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Apr 14, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 20, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 12, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 4, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Veselka has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2026 and March 2025. Its latest score remained 11 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.
Veselka's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veselka's current NYC health grade?
Veselka currently has a A grade.
When was Veselka last inspected?
Veselka was last inspected on April 14, 2026.
What was Veselka's latest inspection score?
Veselka's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Veselka have in its latest inspection?
Veselka had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Veselka located?
Veselka is located at 144 Second Avenue 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: 40384528
Last updated: June 26, 2026