Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality

714 7 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10036
American
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 5, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

Looking across the full record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

The city-wide average is 77, putting Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality squarely in typical territory. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Raw fruit or vegetable not properly washed prior to cutting or serving.
03G
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
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
78
Dec 3, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 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
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
61
Aug 13, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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
82
Mar 6, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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
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 Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality.

How does Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality 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 Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Renaissance Times Square, Managed by Merritt Hospitality is inspected around two times per year on average.