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The High Note / Popchew

119 East 15 Street, Manhattan, NY 10003
American
Last inspected: Sep 25, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2024, The High Note / Popchew has four inspections in the public record. On Sep 25, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The latest visit found two violations, down from five violations the time before.

The pattern that stands out is food contact surface not properly washed, which has been cited three times.

The High Note / Popchew's latest score of 82 sits above the Manhattan average of 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 25, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
82
Jun 17, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
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
50
Mar 26, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
67
Feb 27, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
05H
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
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
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
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
43

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The High Note / Popchew last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The High Note / Popchew on file is from Sep 25, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The High Note / Popchew?

Across the inspection record, food contact surface not properly washed has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The High Note / Popchew.

How does The High Note / Popchew compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

The High Note / Popchew most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has The High Note / Popchew's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The High Note / Popchew have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The High Note / Popchew 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 High Note / Popchew inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The High Note / Popchew is inspected around three times per year on average.

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