The Blasket

1085 2 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10022
American
Last inspected: Oct 16, 2024
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at The Blasket stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 16, 2024. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

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

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; The Blasket is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 16, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
86
Jan 30, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.
02H
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
52
Nov 10, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
06B
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Blasket last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Blasket on file is from Oct 16, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Blasket?

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 The Blasket.

How does The Blasket compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has The Blasket's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Blasket have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Blasket 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 The Blasket inspected?

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