Serendipity 3

225 East 60 Street, Manhattan, NY 10022
American
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Serendipity 3 has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “dishwashing and ware washing”, which has been cited two times.

Serendipity 3 scores about where you'd expect for a Manhattan restaurant. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
78
Dec 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
47
Sep 9, 2024
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 16, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Serendipity 3 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Serendipity 3 on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Serendipity 3?

Across the inspection record, “dishwashing and ware washing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Serendipity 3.

How does Serendipity 3 compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Serendipity 3 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Serendipity 3's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Serendipity 3 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Serendipity 3 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 Serendipity 3 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Serendipity 3 is inspected around two times per year on average.