Classic Arrepas

31 West 8 Street, Manhattan, NY 10011

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 26, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Classic Arrepas appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 26, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The latest visit found three violations, down from six violations the time before.

When inspectors have written things up, single service article not provided has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Classic Arrepas is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 26, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

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

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

Oct 29, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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

06D

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

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled do not use

09A

10B

Food adulterated or misbranded. adulterated or misbranded food possessed, being manufactured, produced, packed, sold, offered for sale, delivered or given away

28-05

Food protection certificate not available for inspection

18-11

Jun 14, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

10F

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

08A

10H

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Classic Arrepas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Classic Arrepas on file is from Dec 26, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Classic Arrepas?

Across the inspection record, single service article not provided has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Classic Arrepas.

How does Classic Arrepas compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Classic Arrepas most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Classic Arrepas's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Classic Arrepas 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 Classic Arrepas inspected?

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

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