PLAYA BOWLS in Hell's Kitchen
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jul 1, 2026
📍 550 WEST 54 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10019 ·
🍽️ Juice, Smoothies, Fruit Salads
Overview
Playa Bowls in Hell's Kitchen holds a current Grade C from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 38 points from its most recent inspection in 2025. The restaurant has 7 inspections on record since 2022, including 1 Grade A result and 1 Grade C result, with no emergency closures.
13
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
PLAYA BOWLS in Hell's Kitchen: Full Inspection History (13 records)
GRADE A
Jul 1, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 4
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Jul 1, 2026
— Calorie Posting / Re-inspection
Caloric content not posted on menus, menu boards or food tags, in a food service establishment that is 1 of 15 or more outlets operating the same type of business nationally under common ownership or control, or as a franchise or doing business under the same name, for each menu item that is served ...
Jul 1, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
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 sides, above and underneath the unit.
May 19, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 29
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Violations:
06F
May 19, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Allergen or intolerance notice not translated into common language when required
Violations:
20-01
May 19, 2026
— Calorie Posting / Initial Inspection
Caloric content not posted on menus, menu boards or food tags, in a food service establishment that is 1 of 15 or more outlets operating the same type of business nationally under common ownership or control, or as a franchise or doing business under the same name, for each menu item that is served ...
Violations:
16-03
Jan 30, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
Score: 8
Food containing a prohibited substance held, kept, offered, prepared, processed, packaged, or served.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. C...
Jan 30, 2025
— Calorie Posting / Compliance Inspection
Caloric content not posted on menus, menu boards or food tags, in a food service establishment that is 1 of 15 or more outlets operating the same type of business nationally under common ownership or control, or as a franchise or doing business under the same name, for each menu item that is served ...
Nov 27, 2024
— Calorie Posting / Re-inspection
Caloric content not posted on menus, menu boards or food tags, in a food service establishment that is 1 of 15 or more outlets operating the same type of business nationally under common ownership or control, or as a franchise or doing business under the same name, for each menu item that is served ...
GRADE C
Nov 27, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 38
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Violations:
04A
Feb 8, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 46
Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. Unacceptable material used. Culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.
Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. Ani...
Feb 8, 2024
— Calorie Posting / Initial Inspection
Caloric content not posted on menus, menu boards or food tags, in a food service establishment that is 1 of 15 or more outlets operating the same type of business nationally under common ownership or control, or as a franchise or doing business under the same name, for each menu item that is served ...
GRADE A
Jul 5, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
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 ...
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PLAYA BOWLS in Hell's Kitchen: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was PLAYA BOWLS last inspected?
- PLAYA BOWLS was last inspected on July 1, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 4 points.
- What is PLAYA BOWLS's current health grade?
- PLAYA BOWLS currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has PLAYA BOWLS had?
- PLAYA BOWLS has 13 health inspections on record from July 2022 through July 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at PLAYA BOWLS?
- The worst inspection score recorded at PLAYA BOWLS was 46 points on February 8, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has PLAYA BOWLS ever received a Grade C?
- Yes. PLAYA BOWLS has received a Grade C on 1 inspection. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.