Lavender Lake

53 Broadway, Manhattan, NY 10006
American
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2024
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records currently show only two inspections for Lavender Lake. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 5, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to three violations per visit.

“Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average is 77, putting Lavender Lake squarely in typical territory. The record reflects steady performance over time.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 5, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
78
Mar 27, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
08B
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lavender Lake last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lavender Lake on file is from Dec 5, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lavender Lake?

Across the inspection record, “filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lavender Lake.

How does Lavender Lake compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Lavender Lake most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Lavender Lake's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Lavender Lake have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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