Certe Catering

20 West 55 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019
American
Last inspected: Dec 31, 2024
64
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Across the available record, Certe Catering has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 31, 2024. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

By comparison, the average Manhattan facility scores 77, putting Certe Catering on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

3
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 31, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
64
Jul 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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 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
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
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
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
41
Apr 7, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
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 Certe Catering last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Certe Catering on file is from Dec 31, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Certe Catering?

Across the inspection record, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Certe Catering.

How does Certe Catering compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Certe Catering most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Certe Catering's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Certe Catering have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Certe Catering 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 Certe Catering inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Certe Catering is inspected around two times per year on average.