Luisa Chimichurry

1351 Saint Nicholas Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10033
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2023
47
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The inspection history at Luisa Chimichurry is still short, with only two visits logged. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 21, 2023. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about. Note that Luisa Chimichurry's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jan 21, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Luisa Chimichurry's 47 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

2
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
47
Jan 28, 2020
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
Live roaches present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04M
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Luisa Chimichurry last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Luisa Chimichurry on file is from Jan 21, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Luisa Chimichurry?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Luisa Chimichurry.

How does Luisa Chimichurry compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Luisa Chimichurry most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Luisa Chimichurry's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Luisa Chimichurry have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Luisa Chimichurry means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.