Orsay

1057 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10021
French
Last inspected: Oct 7, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Orsay three times, with records going back to 2022. Orsay was last inspected on Oct 7, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly three violations before.

“Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Orsay is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 7, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
May 22, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
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
86
Dec 1, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Orsay last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Orsay on file is from Oct 7, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Orsay?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Orsay.

How does Orsay compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Orsay most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Orsay's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Orsay 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 Orsay 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 Orsay inspected?

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