Motel No Tell

210 Avenue A, Manhattan, NY 10009
American
Last inspected: Nov 21, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Motel No Tell has been inspected three times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Nov 21, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up three violations, compared to four violations previously.

The most common issue across all inspections has been non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, showing up two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Manhattan restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 21, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-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
Aug 5, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
06B
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
61
Aug 29, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Motel No Tell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Motel No Tell on file is from Nov 21, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Motel No Tell?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Motel No Tell.

How does Motel No Tell compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Motel No Tell most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Motel No Tell's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Motel No Tell have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Motel No Tell 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 Motel No Tell inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Motel No Tell is inspected roughly once per year on average.