The Upside

588 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10024
American
Last inspected: Mar 20, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at The Upside stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 20, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. The file hasn't been updated since Mar 20, 2024, so take the current picture with that in mind.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

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

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 20, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
82
Jan 7, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial 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
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
67
Aug 25, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.
04C
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
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
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 Upside last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Upside on file is from Mar 20, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Upside?

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

How does The Upside compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

The Upside most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has The Upside's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Upside have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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