THE HIGHLIGHT ROOM in Lower East Side
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Sep 23, 2025
Overview
The Highlight Room on the Lower East Side holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 7 points on its most recent inspection. Across 3 inspections dating from 2022 to 2025, the restaurant has received Grade A every time, with no emergency closures on record.
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Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
3
Grade A Inspections
THE HIGHLIGHT ROOM in Lower East Side: Full Inspection History (3 records)
GRADE A
Sep 23, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
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.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and fo...
GRADE A
Jun 11, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
GRADE A
Nov 7, 2022
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 5
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
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THE HIGHLIGHT ROOM in Lower East Side: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was THE HIGHLIGHT ROOM last inspected?
- THE HIGHLIGHT ROOM was last inspected on September 23, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 7 points.
- What is THE HIGHLIGHT ROOM's current health grade?
- THE HIGHLIGHT ROOM currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has THE HIGHLIGHT ROOM had?
- THE HIGHLIGHT ROOM has 3 health inspections on record from November 2022 through September 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 3 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at THE HIGHLIGHT ROOM?
- The worst inspection score recorded at THE HIGHLIGHT ROOM was 12 points on June 11, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has THE HIGHLIGHT ROOM ever received a Grade C?
- No. THE HIGHLIGHT ROOM has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.