Purple Waves

285 West 110 Street, Manhattan, NY 10026
American
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
50
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show five inspections at Purple Waves stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 6, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to six violations per visit.

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

Compared to other Manhattan restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

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Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
50
Dec 23, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
67
Apr 16, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
86
Mar 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
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
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
45
Feb 6, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
Time/temperature control for safety (tcs) food not cooked to required minimum internal temperature. • poultry, poultry parts, ground and comminuted poultry, all stuffing containing poultry, meats, fish or ratites to or above 165 °f for 15 seconds with no interruption of the cooking process • ground meat, and food containing ground and comminuted meat, to or above 158 °f for 15 seconds with no interruption of the cooking process, except per individual customer request • pork, any food containing pork to or above 150 °f for 15 seconds • mechanically tenderized or injected meats to or above 155 °f. • whole meat roasts and beef steak to or above required temperature and time except per individual customer request • raw animal foods cooked in microwave to or above165 °f, covered, rotated or stirred • all other foods to or above 140 °f for 15 seconds; shell eggs to or above 145 °f for 15 seconds except per individual customer request.
02A
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Purple Waves last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Purple Waves on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Purple Waves?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Purple Waves.

How does Purple Waves compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Purple Waves most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Purple Waves' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Purple Waves have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Purple Waves 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.

How often is Purple Waves inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Purple Waves is inspected around two times per year on average.