Al-andalus
511 EAST 5 STREET, Manhattan, 10009
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (6 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jan 21, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jan 21, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
CriticalA staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
“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.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general 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.
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Providing single-use plastic stirrers or single-use plastic splash sticks.
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2026 | Grade A | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection | 5 (1 critical) |
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