Sundaes Best

315 5 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10016
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The inspection history at Sundaes Best is still short, with only two visits logged. On Apr 29, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about three violations before that.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 29, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
86
Apr 10, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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
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
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sundaes Best last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sundaes Best on file is from Apr 29, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Sundaes Best compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has Sundaes Best's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sundaes Best 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 Sundaes Best means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.