Fraunces Tavern

54 Pearl Street, Manhattan, NY 10004

American

Last inspected: May 5, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Fraunces Tavern has been inspected five times since 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on May 5, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Fraunces Tavern is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 5, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

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

Sep 23, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations.

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Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.

04C

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Apr 25, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations.

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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

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Oct 17, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Jan 17, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

02G

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry is worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fraunces Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fraunces Tavern on file is from May 5, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fraunces Tavern?

Across the inspection record, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fraunces Tavern.

How does Fraunces Tavern compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Fraunces Tavern most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Fraunces Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fraunces Tavern 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 Fraunces Tavern inspected?

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

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