Ars Nova Theater

511 West 54 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019

American

Last inspected: Oct 17, 2018

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Ars Nova Theater has been inspected three times since 2016. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 17, 2018. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Note that Ars Nova Theater's inspection history hasn't been updated since Oct 17, 2018; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 17, 2018

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.

05D

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

Sep 28, 2017

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

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Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

May 25, 2016

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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Toxic chemical improperly labeled, stored or used such that food contamination may occur.

04E

Proper sanitization not provided for utensil ware washing operation.

10H

“no smoking” and/or “smoking permitted” sign not conspicuously posted. health warning not present on “smoking permitted” sign.

15I

Smoke free workplace smoking policy inadequate, not posted, not provided to employees.

15L

Accurate thermometer not provided in refrigerated or hot holding equipment.

10E

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ars Nova Theater last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ars Nova Theater on file is from Oct 17, 2018. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Ars Nova Theater compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Ars Nova Theater most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Ars Nova Theater's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ars Nova Theater have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ars Nova Theater 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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