THE SMITH in East Village
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Mar 18, 2026
Overview
The Smith in the East Village holds a current Grade Z from NYC DOHMH, based on 5 inspections between 2022 and 2026. The restaurant previously received Grade A on one inspection and Grade B on another, with no emergency closures on record.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
THE SMITH in East Village: Full Inspection History (5 records)
GRADE Z
Mar 18, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 27
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Violations:
02B
Mar 3, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 43
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
GRADE B
Nov 13, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 21
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...
Mar 26, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 27
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.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment...
GRADE A
Mar 17, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 8
Single service item reused, improperly stored, dispensed; not used when required.
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning p...
THE SMITH in East Village: News Coverage (2)
GRADE B The Smith Gets Grade B After Inspection - Manhattan Published Apr 21, 2026 CRITICAL The Smith Cited for Grade C Score of 43 - Manhattan Published Mar 10, 2026Browse Related
THE SMITH in East Village: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was THE SMITH last inspected?
- THE SMITH was last inspected on March 18, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 27 points.
- What is THE SMITH's current health grade?
- THE SMITH currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many health inspections has THE SMITH had?
- THE SMITH has 5 health inspections on record from March 2022 through March 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade B on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at THE SMITH?
- The worst inspection score recorded at THE SMITH was 43 points on March 3, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has THE SMITH ever received a Grade C?
- No. THE SMITH has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.