Cowgirl Seahorse

259 Front Street, Manhattan, NY 10038
Seafood
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at Cowgirl Seahorse, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 20, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Cowgirl Seahorse's 67 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

3
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
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
67
Jul 15, 2024
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
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
78
Apr 10, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cowgirl Seahorse last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cowgirl Seahorse on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cowgirl Seahorse?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cowgirl Seahorse.

How does Cowgirl Seahorse compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Cowgirl Seahorse most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Cowgirl Seahorse's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cowgirl Seahorse have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Cowgirl Seahorse 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 Cowgirl Seahorse inspected?

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