Travelers Poets & Friends
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
64
Score
TRAVELERS POETS & FRIENDS in Manhattan, NY, has undergone three inspections, with the most recent evaluation on February 18, 2026, resulting in a moderate risk designation. During this inspection, the facility was cited for three critical violations related to temperature control for food items, the absence of a food protection certificate for management, and improper storage of wiping cloths. Previous inspections for the establishment have generally indicated a low-risk status.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations.
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Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
64
Jan 2, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Meat, fish, molluscan shellfish, unpasteurized raw shell eggs, poultry or other tcs offered or served raw or undercooked and written notice not provided to consumer.
02F
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
45
Aug 15, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
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