HOLE IN THE WALL in Murray Hill Kips Bay
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026
📍 626 1 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10016 ·
🍽️ Australian
Overview
Hole in the Wall, an Australian restaurant in Murray Hill, holds a current Grade Z from NYC DOHMH, based on 6 inspections between 2022 and 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 of those inspections, with no emergency closures on record.
6
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
HOLE IN THE WALL in Murray Hill Kips Bay: Full Inspection History (6 records)
GRADE Z
Apr 2, 2026
— 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.
Violations:
10B
Jan 7, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 20
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Violations:
02B
GRADE A
Sep 3, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / 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.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or no...
May 7, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodent...
May 7, 2024
— 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.
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contam...
GRADE A
Nov 3, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 11
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.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or ...
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HOLE IN THE WALL in Murray Hill Kips Bay: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was HOLE IN THE WALL last inspected?
- HOLE IN THE WALL was last inspected on April 2, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 27 points.
- What is HOLE IN THE WALL's current health grade?
- HOLE IN THE WALL currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many health inspections has HOLE IN THE WALL had?
- HOLE IN THE WALL has 6 health inspections on record from November 2022 through April 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at HOLE IN THE WALL?
- The worst inspection score recorded at HOLE IN THE WALL was 31 points on May 7, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has HOLE IN THE WALL ever received a Grade C?
- No. HOLE IN THE WALL has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.