Tao Downtown
92 9 AVENUE, Manhattan, 10011
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (3 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 30, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 30, 2026
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
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.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (2 critical) |
| Jun 22, 2024 | Grade Pending | Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection | 0 |
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 11 rodent inspections on record, 2 finding rat activity.
- 7 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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