Fillmore Delicatessen

1668 3 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10128
American
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
55
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, Fillmore Delicatessen has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Feb 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.

Across the inspection history, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to other Manhattan restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

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Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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
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
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
55
Jan 6, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
61
Aug 28, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
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
86
Feb 2, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Live animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area.
04O
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fillmore Delicatessen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fillmore Delicatessen on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fillmore Delicatessen?

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

How does Fillmore Delicatessen compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Fillmore Delicatessen most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Fillmore Delicatessen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Fillmore Delicatessen have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Fillmore Delicatessen 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 Fillmore Delicatessen inspected?

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