Ravagh Persian Grill

171 Madison Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10016

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Sep 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Ravagh Persian Grill stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Sep 18, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 18, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

Jun 20, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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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

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

Feb 1, 2023

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

Providing single-use plastic stirrers or single-use plastic splash sticks.

19-05

10F

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ravagh Persian Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ravagh Persian Grill on file is from Sep 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ravagh Persian Grill?

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 Ravagh Persian Grill.

How does Ravagh Persian Grill compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Ravagh Persian Grill most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Ravagh Persian Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ravagh Persian Grill have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ravagh Persian Grill 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 Ravagh Persian Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ravagh Persian Grill is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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