SKIN CONTACT in Lower East Side
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Dec 16, 2025
📍 76 ORCHARD STREET, Manhattan, NY 10002 ·
🍽️ New American
Overview
Skin Contact on the Lower East Side holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 9 points on its most recent inspection. Across 5 inspections since 2022, the restaurant has received Grade A on 2 occasions with no emergency closures on record.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
SKIN CONTACT in Lower East Side: Full Inspection History (5 records)
Dec 16, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 24
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.
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Dishwashing and ware was...
Dec 16, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 24
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.
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Dishwashing and ware was...
Dec 16, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 24
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
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, sp...
GRADE A
Jun 11, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 9
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, n...
GRADE A
Nov 29, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 10
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry is worn o...
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SKIN CONTACT in Lower East Side: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was SKIN CONTACT last inspected?
- SKIN CONTACT was last inspected on December 16, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 24 points.
- What is SKIN CONTACT's current health grade?
- SKIN CONTACT currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has SKIN CONTACT had?
- SKIN CONTACT has 5 health inspections on record from November 2022 through December 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at SKIN CONTACT?
- The worst inspection score recorded at SKIN CONTACT was 24 points on December 16, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has SKIN CONTACT ever received a Grade C?
- No. SKIN CONTACT has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.