The Calaveras

949 Columbus Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10025
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
58
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The Calaveras has been inspected four times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 3, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.

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

The city-wide average sits at 77, which The Calaveras' 58 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

4
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
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
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
58
Oct 29, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
5 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
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
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
45
Jul 15, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
61
Dec 20, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Calaveras last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Calaveras on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Calaveras?

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

How does The Calaveras compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has The Calaveras' inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Calaveras 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 The Calaveras inspected?

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