The Hummus & Pita Co.
79 CHAMBERS STREET, Manhattan, 10007
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (10 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Oct 3, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Oct 3, 2025
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
CriticalAn issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Food adulterated or misbranded. Adulterated or misbranded food possessed, being manufactured, produced, packed, sold, offered for sale, delivered or given away
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.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (1 critical) |
| Oct 2, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (2 critical) |
| Feb 12, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Apr 19, 2023 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (3 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
- 3×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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