Manhattan Center / Hammerstein Ballroom

311 West 34 Street, Manhattan, NY 10001
American
Last inspected: May 21, 2019
64
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show three inspections at Manhattan Center / Hammerstein Ballroom stretching back to 2016. On May 21, 2019, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe. Public records show no inspections at Manhattan Center / Hammerstein Ballroom since May 21, 2019, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around five violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “non-food contact surface improperly constructed” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Manhattan Center / Hammerstein Ballroom's latest score of 64 falls below the Manhattan average of 77. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 21, 2019
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.
05D
Pesticide use not in accordance with label or applicable laws. prohibited chemical used/stored. open bait station used.
08C
Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.
10B
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
64
Feb 21, 2018
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
Oct 7, 2016
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Personal cleanliness inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared.
06A
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Manhattan Center / Hammerstein Ballroom last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Manhattan Center / Hammerstein Ballroom on file is from May 21, 2019. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Manhattan Center / Hammerstein Ballroom?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface improperly constructed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Manhattan Center / Hammerstein Ballroom.

How does Manhattan Center / Hammerstein Ballroom compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Manhattan Center / Hammerstein Ballroom most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Manhattan Center / Hammerstein Ballroom's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Manhattan Center / Hammerstein Ballroom have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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