Il Melograno

501 West 51 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019
Italian
Last inspected: Dec 4, 2024
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The inspection history at Il Melograno is still short, with only two visits logged. On Dec 4, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up one violation, compared to two violations previously.

When inspectors have written things up, after cooking or removal from hot holding has been the most frequent reason, cited one time.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 4, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.
02H
86
Mar 3, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
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
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Il Melograno last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Il Melograno on file is from Dec 4, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Il Melograno?

Across the inspection record, after cooking or removal from hot holding has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Il Melograno.

How does Il Melograno compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has Il Melograno's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Il Melograno have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about two previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Il Melograno means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.