Tap Nyc

685 3 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10017

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at Tap Nyc, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 25, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about six violations before that.

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Tap Nyc is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 25, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

02B

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

Nov 5, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Food containing a prohibited substance held, kept, offered, prepared, processed, packaged, or served.

04P

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

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

04L

Juice packaged on premises with no or incomplete label, no warning statement

03I

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

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

10G

Jul 29, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

04H

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

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tap Nyc last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tap Nyc on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tap Nyc?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tap Nyc.

How does Tap Nyc compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Tap Nyc most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Tap Nyc's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tap Nyc have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tap Nyc 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 Tap Nyc inspected?

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

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