The Inspection Process
Every restaurant in New York City is scheduled for an unannounced inspection at least once a year. During the inspection, an inspector checks for compliance with city and state food safety regulations and marks points for any condition that violates these rules.
- Inspection Cycle Overview (PDF)
- Food Service Establishment Inspection Procedures (PDF)
- Practicing A-Grade Food Safety (PDF)
Other Languages: Español | 中文 | 한국어 - Self-Inspection Tools for Operators:
- Guide to Condition Levels (PDF)
- Enforcement Guidelines (PDF)
- Changes to Inspection Fines for Restaurants: Fixed Fines and New Fine Waiver for Sanitary Violations (PDF)
Other languages: Español | 中文 | 한국어 - Food Service Establishment Violation Penalty Schedule (PDF)
- Penalty Relief for Restaurants that Score an A (PDF)
Other languages: Español | 中文 | 한국어 - If you receive a Summons from the Health Department, visit the Health Tribunal for assistance in understanding your Summons and guidance on how to respond.
- Settling Violations Online or at a Hearing
- Requirement for Posting Letter Grade Cards (PDF)
More Resources
- Letter Grading for Restaurants
- Learn more about food safety