16 HANDLES in Chelsea Hudson Yards
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Feb 2, 2026
📍 178 8 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10011 ·
🍽️ Frozen Desserts
Overview
16 Handles in Chelsea Hudson Yards has been subject to 2 emergency closures by NYC DOHMH inspectors since 2023. The frozen dessert shop currently holds a Grade A with a score of 13 points, though its inspection record includes 1 Grade C result across 9 total inspections between 2023 and 2026.
9
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Closures
1
Grade A Inspection
16 HANDLES in Chelsea Hudson Yards: Emergency Closures (2)
16 HANDLES in Chelsea Hudson Yards: Full Inspection History (9 records)
GRADE A
Feb 2, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
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.
Violations:
10F
GRADE Z
Nov 19, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 3
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.
Violations:
10B
🚫 CLOSURE
Nov 17, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 52
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.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other to...
🚫 CLOSURE
Nov 17, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 52
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Violations:
04L
Nov 17, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Violations:
20-04
Aug 28, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 18
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may ...
Aug 28, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Violations:
20-06
GRADE C
Mar 7, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 44
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or n...
Apr 13, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Filth flies or food/r...
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16 HANDLES in Chelsea Hudson Yards: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was 16 HANDLES last inspected?
- 16 HANDLES was last inspected on February 2, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 13 points.
- What is 16 HANDLES's current health grade?
- 16 HANDLES currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many times has 16 HANDLES been closed by NYC Health?
- 16 HANDLES has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has 16 HANDLES had?
- 16 HANDLES has 9 health inspections on record from April 2023 through February 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at 16 HANDLES?
- The worst inspection score recorded at 16 HANDLES was 52 points on November 17, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.