Jerk Off the Grill

354 East 78 Street, Manhattan, NY 10075

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2022, Jerk Off the Grill has four inspections in the public record. Jerk Off the Grill was last inspected on Feb 25, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from four violations to one.

The pattern that stands out is hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F, which has been cited three times.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 25, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 minor violation.

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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

Mar 17, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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

02B

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

Jan 31, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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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

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

02B

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 protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

10B

Oct 5, 2022

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

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

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

02B

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jerk Off the Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jerk Off the Grill on file is from Feb 25, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jerk Off the Grill?

Across the inspection record, hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jerk Off the Grill.

How does Jerk Off the Grill compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Jerk Off the Grill most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Jerk Off the Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Jerk Off the Grill have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jerk Off the Grill 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 Jerk Off the Grill inspected?

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

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