271 5 Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10016
(646) 858-3784
Current Inspection Grade: A
At A Glance
Hortus Nyc has an average score of 20 from 2 scored inspections (see inspection history).
The average is between 14 and 27, which equates to having a B average. This shows that Hortus Nyc may not be consistently maintaining a high level of control over food safety and handling, personal hygiene, facility and equipment managment and vermin control.
An establishment typically has two chances to earn a Grade A in every inspection cycle. It needs to score below 14 points either on its initial visit, or during the re-inspection if it didn't score below 14 points on the first visit.
An establishment typically has two chances to earn a Grade A in every inspection cycle. It needs to score below 14 points either on its initial visit, or during the re-inspection if it didn't score below 14 points on the first visit.
Inspection History
10/10/2023 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | Score: 12 | A
- (Critical) HACCP plan not approved or approved HACCP plan not maintained on premises.
- 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.
10/10/2023 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
- Equipment used for ROP not approved by the Department
12/13/2022 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | Score: 28 | Not Graded
- (Critical) Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry is worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
- (Critical) Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- (Critical) Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
- (Critical) Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- Thawing procedure improper.
12/13/2022 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
- “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
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