Balvanera

152 Stanton Street, Manhattan, NY 10002

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Balvanera has been inspected four times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 6, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Balvanera's latest score of 61 falls below the Manhattan average of 77. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 6, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

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

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

06D

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

10G

Jul 9, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

06E

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

06D

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

10G

Feb 1, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 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

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

Jan 22, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

8 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 11 violations

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

06E

02G

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

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

04L

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

06D

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

06F

After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

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

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

08A

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

08C

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Balvanera last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Balvanera on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Balvanera?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Balvanera.

How does Balvanera compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Balvanera most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Balvanera's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Balvanera have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Balvanera means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Balvanera inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Balvanera is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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