El Pote Restaurant
718 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, 10016
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (2 years ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 30, 2024 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 30, 2024
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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 paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
Allergen or intolerance notice not translated into common language when required
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2024 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Reopening Inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
| Apr 23, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 7 (5 critical) |
| Oct 3, 2023 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 8 (4 critical) |
| Apr 11, 2022 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Reopening Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Apr 8, 2022 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Mar 30, 2022 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
| Jan 5, 2022 | Grade C | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 5 (4 critical) |
| Nov 10, 2021 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 8 (3 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 6×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 4×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 4×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 4×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 4×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
- 2×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×A problem with equipment or the physical facility (plumbing, floors, lighting, ventilation).
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 11 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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