Talk of the Town Health Inspection Grade
Bottled Beverages · 24 Giffords Lane, Staten Island, NY 10308
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
May 20, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 3
Talk of the Town currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 20, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
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
May 20, 2026
- Date
- May 20, 2026
- 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
2 inspections
May 20, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 17, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Talk of the Town has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2026 and October 2023. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its October 2023 score of 10.
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.
Talk of the Town's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Talk of the Town's current NYC health grade?
Talk of the Town currently has a A grade.
When was Talk of the Town last inspected?
Talk of the Town was last inspected on May 20, 2026.
What was Talk of the Town's latest inspection score?
Talk of the Town's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Talk of the Town have in its latest inspection?
Talk of the Town had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Talk of the Town located?
Talk of the Town is located at 24 Giffords Lane in Staten Island, NY 10308.
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: 41555821
Last updated: June 26, 2026