Empire Restaurant
2419 7TH AVE, Manhattan, 10030
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (13 days ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 28, 2026
Food 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.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
| Feb 7, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Nov 14, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
| Oct 13, 2023 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 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.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 29 rodent inspections on record, 10 finding rat activity.
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