Houseman

508 Greenwich Street, Manhattan, NY 10013
American
Last inspected: Oct 8, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Houseman, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 8, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Food contact surface not properly washed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 8, 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
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
82
May 4, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
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
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
74
Jan 28, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Haccp plan not approved or approved haccp plan not maintained on premises.
06G
Equipment used for rop not approved by the department
28-04
70
Oct 20, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Houseman last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Houseman on file is from Oct 8, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Houseman?

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

How does Houseman compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has Houseman's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Houseman 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 Houseman inspected?

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