DOWN THE HATCH in West Village

Latest: GRADE A Last inspected May 18, 2026
📍 175 WEST 4 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10014  ·  🍽️ American  ·  🚇 Houston Street, Christopher Street, West 4th Street
Overview

Down the Hatch in the West Village holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 12 points. The American restaurant has maintained Grade A across all 3 inspections since 2022, with no emergency closures on record.

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Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
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Grade A Inspections

DOWN THE HATCH in West Village: Full Inspection History (4 records)

GRADE A May 18, 2026 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 5
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Violations: 10G
GRADE A Dec 12, 2024 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient. 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 s...
Violations: 10G 10F 06C
GRADE A May 23, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 4
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. Thawing procedure improper.
Violations: 10B 09B
GRADE A Jan 3, 2022 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 9
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. Pesticide use not in accordance with label or applicable laws. Prohibited chemical used/stored. Open bait station used.
Violations: 04H 08C
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🏙️ Manhattan 📍 West Village 🍽️ American 🚇 Houston Street 🚇 Christopher Street 🚇 West 4th Street

DOWN THE HATCH in West Village: Frequently Asked Questions

When was DOWN THE HATCH last inspected?
DOWN THE HATCH was last inspected on May 18, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 5 points.
What is DOWN THE HATCH's current health grade?
DOWN THE HATCH currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
How many health inspections has DOWN THE HATCH had?
DOWN THE HATCH has 4 health inspections on record from January 2022 through May 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 4 occasions.
What was the worst inspection score at DOWN THE HATCH?
The worst inspection score recorded at DOWN THE HATCH was 12 points on December 12, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
Has DOWN THE HATCH ever received a Grade C?
No. DOWN THE HATCH has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.