Havana Central

151 West 46 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Havana Central, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 2, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, with around three violations found each time.

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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
86
Sep 9, 2024
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 23, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
70
Jun 21, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Havana Central last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Havana Central on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Havana Central?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Havana Central.

How does Havana Central compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Havana Central most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Havana Central's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Havana Central have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around three per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Havana Central 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 Havana Central inspected?

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