Merriweather

428 Hudson Street, Manhattan, NY 10014
Australian
Last inspected: May 19, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Merriweather stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from May 19, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly three violations earlier on.

“Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Merriweather is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 19, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
86
Jun 21, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
78
Dec 16, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry is worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Merriweather last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Merriweather on file is from May 19, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Merriweather?

Across the inspection record, “wiping cloths not stored clean and dry” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Merriweather.

How does Merriweather compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Merriweather most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Merriweather's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Merriweather have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Merriweather 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 Merriweather inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Merriweather is inspected roughly once per year on average.