Au Za'atar

1063 1 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10022
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The inspection history at Au Za'atar is still short, with only two visits logged. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 23, 2024. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about four violations before that.

“Food contact surface not properly washed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
82
Mar 30, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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.
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
61

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Au Za'atar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Au Za'atar on file is from Oct 23, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Au Za'atar?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Au Za'atar.

How does Au Za'atar compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Au Za'atar most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Au Za'atar's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Au Za'atar have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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