Renaissance Harlem

2245 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard, Manhattan, NY
American
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2025
61
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Going back to 2023, Renaissance Harlem has three inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 20, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

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

Looking across the full record, “food contact surface not properly washed” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Compared to other Manhattan restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

3
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
61
Jul 9, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
6 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
33
Jan 12, 2023
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
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
Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.
05A
Food, food preparation area, food storage area, or other area used by employees or patrons, contaminated by sewage or liquid waste.
04F
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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Renaissance Harlem last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Renaissance Harlem on file is from Feb 20, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Renaissance Harlem?

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

How does Renaissance Harlem compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Renaissance Harlem most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Renaissance Harlem's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Renaissance Harlem have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Renaissance Harlem means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Renaissance Harlem inspected?

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