Phd Terrace

210 West 55 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019
New American
Last inspected: Dec 17, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 17, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: five violations last time, three this time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been food contact surface not properly washed, showing up two times.

Among Manhattan restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 17, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
78
Feb 23, 2023
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Organics containers not provided
19-01
Failure to post signage in organics collection area.
19-03
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Phd Terrace last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Phd Terrace on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Phd Terrace?

Across the inspection record, food contact surface not properly washed has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Phd Terrace.

How does Phd Terrace compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Phd Terrace most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Phd Terrace's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Phd Terrace have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Phd Terrace means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.