BENARES in Tribeca Civic Center
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jun 16, 2026
Overview
Benares in Tribeca holds a Grade Z from NYC DOHMH following a recent inspection where the restaurant scored 27 points. Across 7 inspections since 2023, the restaurant has received 1 Grade A and 1 Grade C, with no emergency closures on record.
9
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
BENARES in Tribeca Civic Center: Full Inspection History (9 records)
GRADE A
Jun 16, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 7
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.
Violations:
02G
Apr 30, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 73
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Violations:
06D
May 17, 2025
— Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
Score: 0
GRADE Z
Apr 22, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 27
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.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish hel...
Mar 12, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 46
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
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...
Mar 12, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Violations:
20-06
GRADE C
Nov 19, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 40
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.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive ...
Jun 13, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 25
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditio...
GRADE A
Feb 21, 2023
— 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...
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BENARES in Tribeca Civic Center: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was BENARES last inspected?
- BENARES was last inspected on June 16, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 7 points.
- What is BENARES's current health grade?
- BENARES currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has BENARES had?
- BENARES has 9 health inspections on record from February 2023 through June 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at BENARES?
- The worst inspection score recorded at BENARES was 73 points on April 30, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has BENARES ever received a Grade C?
- Yes. BENARES has received a Grade C on 1 inspection. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.