Thelewala
112 MACDOUGAL STREET, Manhattan, 10012
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (2 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected May 19, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on May 19, 2026
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
| Dec 18, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
| Feb 6, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 7 (3 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×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.
- 13 rodent inspections on record, 2 finding rat activity.
- 4 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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