Puglia
189 HESTER STREET, Manhattan, 10013
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (4 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Mar 12, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
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.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Apr 20, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
Around this address
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- 15 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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