Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
June 26, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 3
Saffron currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 26, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
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
June 26, 2025
- Date
- June 26, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 9
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jun 26, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 11, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 31, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 16, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Saffron has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2025 and December 2023. Its latest score remained 12 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.
Saffron's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saffron's current NYC health grade?
Saffron currently has a A grade.
When was Saffron last inspected?
Saffron was last inspected on June 26, 2025.
What was Saffron's latest inspection score?
Saffron's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Saffron have in its latest inspection?
Saffron had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Saffron located?
Saffron is located at 44-04 Broadway in Queens, NY 11103.
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: 41703865
Last updated: June 26, 2026