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156 Valle Restaurant

1944 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10032
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 27, 2024
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show six inspections at 156 Valle Restaurant stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 27, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The latest visit found four violations, down from six violations the time before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food, showing up five times.

156 Valle Restaurant's latest score is in line with the Manhattan average of 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 27, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
78
Jul 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
7 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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.
04N
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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.
10D
Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
08B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
30
Mar 26, 2024
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 31, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
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.
10F
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.
10B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
55
Feb 21, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry is worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
52
Feb 8, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
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.
10F
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
50

Frequently Asked Questions

When was 156 Valle Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 156 Valle Restaurant on file is from Dec 27, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at 156 Valle Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food has been cited five times, more than any other issue at 156 Valle Restaurant.

How does 156 Valle Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

156 Valle Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has 156 Valle Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at 156 Valle Restaurant have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around four violations compared to about six previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at 156 Valle Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is 156 Valle Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, 156 Valle Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.

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