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Greek · Midtown-Times Square
KELLARI TAVERNA health grade & inspection history
19 WEST 44 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10036
14 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: B (Dec 18, 2024). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Dec 18, 2024; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Dec 18, 2024Inspection date
2Violations recorded
2Critical items
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 02HCritical violation
After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
- 06DCritical violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Score trend
KELLARI TAVERNA inspection history
41 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 18, 2024 | B | 14 | 2 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| May 7, 2024 | — | 55 | 9 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Sep 29, 2022 | A | 13 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Feb 17, 2022 | — | 16 | 3 | 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.
- 08ARecorded in 3 inspections
Facility not vermin proof. Harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
- 06DRecorded in 2 inspections
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 02GRecorded in 2 inspections
Cold food item held above 41º F (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºF) except during necessary preparation.
- 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.
- 04LRecorded in 2 inspections
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
Official location
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Common questions
KELLARI TAVERNA inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for KELLARI TAVERNA?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is B, dated Dec 18, 2024. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 14 violation points.
When was KELLARI TAVERNA last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Dec 18, 2024.
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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