Sinigual

640 3 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10017

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 16, 2024

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The health department has logged four inspections at Sinigual, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 16, 2024. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

The most recent inspection cleaned up several issues, finishing with five violations after six on the prior visit.

The pattern that stands out is establishment is not free of harborage or conditions, which has been cited three times.

That's lower than the typical Manhattan restaurant, which scores around 77. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 16, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 2 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

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

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

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

09C

Jun 13, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

04N

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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

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

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

09C

Jan 18, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

5 minor violations.

View 5 violations

10B

10F

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

09C

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

May 25, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

06D

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

04L

Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.

08A

Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sinigual last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sinigual on file is from Dec 16, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sinigual?

Across the inspection record, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sinigual.

How does Sinigual compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sinigual most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sinigual's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sinigual have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around five violations compared to about six previously.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sinigual 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 Sinigual inspected?

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

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