Mel & Toast

252 West 37 Street, Manhattan, NY 10018

American

Last inspected: Apr 3, 2024

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just one so far. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 3, 2024. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. Mel & Toast's record stops at Apr 3, 2024, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Looking across the full record, insufficient or no hot holding is the recurring theme, flagged one time.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Mel & Toast trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 3, 2024

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 7 minor violations.

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Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain time/temperature control for safety foods (tcs) at required temperatures

05F

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

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

Equipment used for rop not approved by the department

28-04

“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

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

Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.

20-01

Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.

15-27

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mel & Toast last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mel & Toast on file is from Apr 3, 2024. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What is the most common violation at Mel & Toast?

Across the inspection record, insufficient or no hot holding has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Mel & Toast.

How does Mel & Toast compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Mel & Toast most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Mel & Toast 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.

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