The Shell

635 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10024
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Aug 20, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The inspection history at The Shell is still short, with only two visits logged. On Aug 20, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Manhattan restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 20, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
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
78
Jun 1, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Shell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Shell on file is from Aug 20, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does The Shell compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

The Shell most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has The Shell's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Shell means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.