Friars Club
57 EAST 55 STREET, Manhattan, 10022
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (7 years ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jun 14, 2019 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jun 14, 2019
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths soiled or not stored in sanitizing solution.
CriticalRaw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. Unacceptable material used. Non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 14, 2019 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| Jun 12, 2018 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Mar 22, 2018 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Nov 9, 2016 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 4×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 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.
- 4 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
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