Aunt Jake's

1555 2 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10028

Italian

Last inspected: Nov 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Aunt Jake's has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Nov 24, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Aunt Jake's on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 24, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 minor violations.

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Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

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

Mar 12, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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No 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.

05D

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

May 8, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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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

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

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aunt Jake's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Aunt Jake's on file is from Nov 24, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Aunt Jake's compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Aunt Jake's most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Aunt Jake's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Aunt Jake's have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Aunt Jake's 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 Aunt Jake's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Aunt Jake's is inspected around two times per year on average.

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