What the Falafel

124 Macdougal Street, Manhattan, NY 10012
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Dec 23, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

What the Falafel has a thin inspection record, with only one visit on file so far. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 23, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Among Manhattan restaurants, this is a fairly standard result.

1
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 23, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled do not use
09A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was What the Falafel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at What the Falafel on file is from Dec 23, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does What the Falafel compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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