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La Quinta Manhattan Midtown

333 West 38 Street, Manhattan, NY 10018
American
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
61
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

La Quinta Manhattan Midtown appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 6, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

Looking across the full record, “raw fruit or vegetable not properly washed prior to cutting or serving” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so La Quinta Manhattan Midtown trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

4
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Raw fruit or vegetable not properly washed prior to cutting or serving.
03G
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
61
Jan 5, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
20-08
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
45
Aug 2, 2024
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
Raw fruit or vegetable not properly washed prior to cutting or serving.
03G
74
Mar 7, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Quinta Manhattan Midtown last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Quinta Manhattan Midtown on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Quinta Manhattan Midtown?

Across the inspection record, “raw fruit or vegetable not properly washed prior to cutting or serving” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Quinta Manhattan Midtown.

How does La Quinta Manhattan Midtown compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

La Quinta Manhattan Midtown most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has La Quinta Manhattan Midtown's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Quinta Manhattan Midtown have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at La Quinta Manhattan Midtown means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is La Quinta Manhattan Midtown inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Quinta Manhattan Midtown is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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