HIDDEN GROUNDS in East Village
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected May 15, 2025
Overview
Hidden Grounds in the East Village holds a Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 10 points on its most recent inspection in 2025. The coffee shop has received Grade A on both of its 2 inspections since 2024, with no emergency closures on record.
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Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
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Grade A Inspections
HIDDEN GROUNDS in East Village: Full Inspection History (3 records)
GRADE A
May 15, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 10
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.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided wher...
GRADE A
Aug 6, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 8
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility...
May 17, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 45
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
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 ...
HIDDEN GROUNDS in East Village: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was HIDDEN GROUNDS last inspected?
- HIDDEN GROUNDS was last inspected on May 15, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 10 points.
- What is HIDDEN GROUNDS's current health grade?
- HIDDEN GROUNDS currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has HIDDEN GROUNDS had?
- HIDDEN GROUNDS has 3 health inspections on record from May 2024 through May 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at HIDDEN GROUNDS?
- The worst inspection score recorded at HIDDEN GROUNDS was 45 points on May 17, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has HIDDEN GROUNDS ever received a Grade C?
- No. HIDDEN GROUNDS has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.