Cheesesteaks By The Truffleist
42 WEST 42 STREET, Manhattan, 10036
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 3 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (2 years ago). Details below.
Last inspected Nov 28, 2023 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Nov 28, 2023
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
CriticalFood was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
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.
CriticalAn issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
CriticalA 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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 28, 2023 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
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