Essex Pearl

115 Delancey Street, Manhattan, NY 10002
Seafood
Last inspected: Jun 29, 2023
70
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

The health department has logged three inspections at Essex Pearl, the earliest from 2022. Essex Pearl was last inspected on Jun 29, 2023. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent. Essex Pearl's record stops at Jun 29, 2023, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Essex Pearl's 70 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

3
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 29, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
Dec 5, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
78
Mar 17, 2022
Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
10B
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Essex Pearl last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Essex Pearl on file is from Jun 29, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Essex Pearl?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Essex Pearl.

How does Essex Pearl compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Essex Pearl most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Essex Pearl's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Essex Pearl have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Essex Pearl means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.