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Essex

124 Rivington Street, Manhattan, NY 10002
New American
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Across the available record, Essex has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 29, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food contact surface not properly washed”, showing up three times.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, this is about average. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 29, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
74
Mar 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
47
Nov 14, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
5 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
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
45
Apr 2, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
64
Jul 12, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Essex last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Essex on file is from Apr 29, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Essex?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Essex.

How does Essex compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Essex most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Essex's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Essex 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 Essex inspected?

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

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