PENNY JO'S in Washington Heights (South)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Mar 5, 2026
📍 3898 BROADWAY, Manhattan, NY 10032 ·
🍽️ Sandwiches/Salads/Mixed Buffet
Overview
Penny Jo's in Washington Heights holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 13 points on its most recent inspection. The restaurant has received Grade A on both of its 2 inspections since 2023, with no emergency closures on record.
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Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
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Grade A Inspections
PENNY JO'S in Washington Heights (South): Full Inspection History (2 records)
GRADE A
Mar 5, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
Violations:
10D
GRADE A
May 25, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 9
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste r...
PENNY JO'S in Washington Heights (South): News Coverage (1)
ROUNDUP 152 NYC Restaurants Earn Grade A Health Scores, March 9 2026 Published Mar 10, 2026PENNY JO'S in Washington Heights (South): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was PENNY JO'S last inspected?
- PENNY JO'S was last inspected on March 5, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 13 points.
- What is PENNY JO'S's current health grade?
- PENNY JO'S currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has PENNY JO'S had?
- PENNY JO'S has 2 health inspections on record from May 2023 through March 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at PENNY JO'S?
- The worst inspection score recorded at PENNY JO'S was 13 points on March 5, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has PENNY JO'S ever received a Grade C?
- No. PENNY JO'S has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.