THE SHELL in Upper West Side (Central)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Aug 20, 2025
📍 635 AMSTERDAM AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10024 ·
🍽️ Mediterranean
Overview
The Shell on Amsterdam Avenue in the Upper West Side holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 11 points. The Mediterranean restaurant has received Grade A on both of its 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
THE SHELL in Upper West Side (Central): Full Inspection History (2 records)
GRADE A
Aug 20, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 11
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.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination duri...
GRADE A
Jun 1, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 10
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Wiping...
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THE SHELL in Upper West Side (Central): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was THE SHELL last inspected?
- THE SHELL was last inspected on August 20, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 11 points.
- What is THE SHELL's current health grade?
- THE SHELL currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has THE SHELL had?
- THE SHELL has 2 health inspections on record from June 2023 through August 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at THE SHELL?
- The worst inspection score recorded at THE SHELL was 11 points on August 20, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has THE SHELL ever received a Grade C?
- No. THE SHELL has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.