16 Handles

153 2 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Mar 5, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, 16 Handles has three inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 5, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. The most recent inspection at 16 Handles is from Mar 5, 2024, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 5, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Mar 15, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

04L

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

04K

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

06D

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

08A

Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)

19-06

Feb 7, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

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 properly.

10B

Frequently Asked Questions

When was 16 Handles last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 16 Handles on file is from Mar 5, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does 16 Handles compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

16 Handles most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has 16 Handles' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 16 Handles have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at 16 Handles means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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