Retro Fitness

1 New York Plaza, Manhattan, NY 10004
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Retro Fitness, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 2, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around three violations to closer to one violation per visit.

“Food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Retro Fitness is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 2, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
86
Sep 25, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
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
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
58
Oct 9, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
86
Jun 2, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Retro Fitness last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Retro Fitness on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Retro Fitness?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Retro Fitness.

How does Retro Fitness compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Retro Fitness most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Retro Fitness' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Retro Fitness have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Retro Fitness 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 Retro Fitness inspected?

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