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American · 458 9 Avenue · Manhattan 10018

A Grade A posted 2026-09-29 (score 3)

Inspection history

2026-09-29 · Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection · Violations were cited · score 3 A

CodeDescriptionCritical
10FNon-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.—

2026-07-30 · Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection · Violations were cited · score 33

CodeDescriptionCritical
04JProperly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.Critical
04LEvidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.Critical
05DNo hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.Critical
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.—
08CPesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.—
10BAnti-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.—
10GDishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.—

2024-11-26 · Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection · Violations were cited · score 3 A

CodeDescriptionCritical
10FNon-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.—

2024-02-08 · Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection · Violations were cited · score 19

CodeDescriptionCritical
04NFilth 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.Critical
06DFood contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.Critical
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.—
10FNon-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.—

Mice and rats

Inspectors recorded evidence of mice on 1 inspection: 2026-07-30

At this address

GRADE A

7 open HPD violations — 6 class C

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2 food-poisoning reports to 311 at this address in the last three years (1 with three or more people sick), shared by 8 restaurants
2 Food Establishment complaints to 311 at this address in the last three years (most often: Bare Hands in Contact w/ Food, Kitchen/Food Prep Area), shared by 8 restaurants · complaints filed by the public; DOHMH investigates, outcomes aren't published.

Other restaurants at this address: H-Yard Gourmet Deli, Kham Koon, Pink Chocolate, Starstruck Coffee, Sushi Star, Vito's Slices and Ices, Zoob Zib Thai Noodle Bar.

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Report to 311: Food poisoning · Food safety complaint

458 9 Avenue

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