Sugar Monk

2292 Frederick Douglass Boulevard, Manhattan, NY
American
Last inspected: Nov 20, 2024
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show four inspections at Sugar Monk stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 20, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food contact surface not properly washed”, showing up three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 20, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
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
90
Jun 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 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
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
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
64
Jun 16, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
82
May 12, 2022
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
“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.
20D
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sugar Monk last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sugar Monk on file is from Nov 20, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sugar Monk?

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

How does Sugar Monk compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sugar Monk most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sugar Monk's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sugar Monk 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 Sugar Monk inspected?

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