Galway Hooker

133 7 Avenue South, Manhattan, NY 10014
Irish
Last inspected: Nov 19, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Galway Hooker stretching back to 2022. On Nov 19, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Food contact surface not properly washed” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 19, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
82
Jan 23, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
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
50
Sep 27, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Galway Hooker last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Galway Hooker on file is from Nov 19, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Galway Hooker?

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

How does Galway Hooker compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has Galway Hooker's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Galway Hooker 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 Galway Hooker inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Galway Hooker is inspected roughly once per year on average.