Little Gem Catering + Events

345 East 62 Street, Manhattan, NY 10065
American
Last inspected: Oct 7, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Little Gem Catering + Events has three inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 7, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Manhattan restaurants. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 7, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
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
78
Mar 27, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
Dec 13, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Little Gem Catering + Events last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Little Gem Catering + Events on file is from Oct 7, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Little Gem Catering + Events?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Little Gem Catering + Events.

How does Little Gem Catering + Events compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Little Gem Catering + Events most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Little Gem Catering + Events' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Little Gem Catering + Events have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Little Gem Catering + Events 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 Little Gem Catering + Events inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Little Gem Catering + Events is inspected around two times per year on average.