THE HOPTIMIST in Upper West Side (Central)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Dec 4, 2025
📍 422 AMSTERDAM AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10024 ·
🍽️ Bottled Beverages
Overview
The Hoptimist on Amsterdam Avenue in the Upper West Side holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 4 points on its most recent inspection. Across 3 inspections since 2023, the restaurant has received Grade A on all occasions, with no emergency closures on record.
3
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
THE HOPTIMIST in Upper West Side (Central): Full Inspection History (3 records)
GRADE A
Dec 4, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 4
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.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, o...
GRADE A
Mar 27, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 5
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.
Violations:
10F
Apr 27, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 20
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Food, s...
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THE HOPTIMIST in Upper West Side (Central): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was THE HOPTIMIST last inspected?
- THE HOPTIMIST was last inspected on December 4, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 4 points.
- What is THE HOPTIMIST's current health grade?
- THE HOPTIMIST currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has THE HOPTIMIST had?
- THE HOPTIMIST has 3 health inspections on record from April 2023 through December 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at THE HOPTIMIST?
- The worst inspection score recorded at THE HOPTIMIST was 20 points on April 27, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has THE HOPTIMIST ever received a Grade C?
- No. THE HOPTIMIST has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.