The Point Tavern

879 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310
American
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, The Point Tavern has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 20, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader Staten Island restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
86
Aug 13, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
82
Dec 6, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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
82
Aug 17, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Point Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Point Tavern on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Point Tavern?

Across the inspection record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Point Tavern.

How does The Point Tavern compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

The Point Tavern most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has The Point Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Point Tavern have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Point Tavern 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 Point Tavern inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Point Tavern is inspected roughly once per year on average.