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American · Midtown-Times Square
CERTE CATERING health grade & inspection history
20 WEST 55 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10019
5 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: B (Dec 31, 2024). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Jul 1, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Jul 1, 2026Inspection date
1Violation recorded
1Critical item
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 06CCritical violation
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.
Score trend
CERTE CATERING inspection history
22 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | 5 | 1 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Apr 27, 2026 | — | 27 | 4 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Dec 31, 2024 | B | 22 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Jul 18, 2024 | — | 52 | 8 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 02BRecorded in 3 inspections
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 02GRecorded in 3 inspections
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.
- 06CRecorded in 2 inspections
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.
- 10BRecorded in 2 inspections
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.
- 10FRecorded in 2 inspections
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.
Official location
CERTE CATERING on the map
Common questions
CERTE CATERING inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for CERTE CATERING?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is B, dated Dec 31, 2024. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 5 violation points.
When was CERTE CATERING last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Jul 1, 2026.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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