Bluestone Lane

2 River Terrace, Manhattan, NY 10282

Australian

Last inspected: Nov 25, 2024

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Public records show three inspections at Bluestone Lane stretching back to 2023. On Nov 25, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to three violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food”, which has been cited three times.

That's lower than the typical Manhattan restaurant, which scores around 77. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 25, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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

04L

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

04A

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

08A

Jan 17, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 6 minor violations.

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

02B

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

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

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

06F

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

04L

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

Failure to maintain a sufficient supply of single-use, non-compostable plastic straws.

19-07

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

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

10G

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

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

Jul 7, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

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Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

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

04L

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

10G

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

08A

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bluestone Lane last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bluestone Lane on file is from Nov 25, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bluestone Lane?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bluestone Lane.

How does Bluestone Lane compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Bluestone Lane most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Bluestone Lane's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Bluestone Lane have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

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