A

French · Midtown-Times Square

THE CONSULATE health grade & inspection history

44 WEST 56 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10019

12 latest violation-point score

Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Feb 3, 2026). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Feb 3, 2026; lower is better.

Latest NYC health inspection

Health inspection snapshot

Feb 3, 2026Inspection date
2Violations recorded
1Critical item
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

Inspection details

Latest health code violations

  • 04H
    Critical violation

    Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.

  • 10F

    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.

Score trend

THE CONSULATE inspection history

40 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.

DateGradeScoreViolationsInspection
Feb 3, 2026A122Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Nov 27, 2024217Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Apr 23, 2024C5210Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Mar 5, 2024449Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

Repeat patterns

Recurring violation codes

Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.

  • 06C
    Recorded in 3 inspections

    Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

  • 08A
    Recorded in 3 inspections

    Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

  • 04H
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.

  • 10F
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    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.

  • 04L
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

  • 04N
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.

  • 10B
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    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.

  • 06D
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

Official location

THE CONSULATE on the map

Common questions

THE CONSULATE inspection FAQ

What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for THE CONSULATE?

The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Feb 3, 2026. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 12 violation points.

When was THE CONSULATE last inspected?

The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Feb 3, 2026.

Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?

Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.

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