Chocolat

2217 Frederick Douglass Boulevard, Manhattan, NY

American

Last inspected: May 2, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Chocolat three times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from May 2, 2024. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at three versus four before.

The city-wide average is 77, putting Chocolat squarely in typical territory. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 2, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

06F

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

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

10E

Jun 22, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

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

06D

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

04H

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

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

02B

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

Apr 8, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

04H

Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Proper sanitization not provided for utensil ware washing operation.

10H

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chocolat last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chocolat on file is from May 2, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Chocolat compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Chocolat most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Chocolat's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Chocolat have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chocolat 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 Chocolat inspected?

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

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