Bravest

700 2 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10016
American
Last inspected: Apr 3, 2025
61
Score
Medium Risk

Bravest has been inspected three times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 3, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

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

The pattern that stands out is “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions”, which has been cited three times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Bravest trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 3, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
61
Jan 30, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
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
Hot tcs food item that has been cooked and cooled is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º f or above within 2 hours.
02C
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
39
Aug 14, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bravest last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bravest on file is from Apr 3, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bravest?

Across the inspection record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bravest.

How does Bravest compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has Bravest's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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