53 in Midtown Times Square
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026
📍 53 WEST 53 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10019 ·
🍽️ Asian/Asian Fusion
Overview
53 in Midtown Times Square holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 10 points on its most recent inspection. The Asian fusion restaurant has received Grade A on 2 of its 4 inspections since 2022, with no emergency closures on record.
4
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
53 in Midtown Times Square: Full Inspection History (4 records)
GRADE A
Apr 2, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 10
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
GRADE A
Mar 26, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 11
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-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable mate...
May 3, 2022
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 9
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage...
May 3, 2022
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.
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53 in Midtown Times Square: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was 53 last inspected?
- 53 was last inspected on April 2, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 10 points.
- What is 53's current health grade?
- 53 currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has 53 had?
- 53 has 4 health inspections on record from May 2022 through April 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at 53?
- The worst inspection score recorded at 53 was 11 points on March 26, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has 53 ever received a Grade C?
- No. 53 has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.