White Oak Tavern
21 WAVERLY PLACE, Manhattan, 10003
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (1 year ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 23, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 23, 2025
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
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 23, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Jul 17, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Feb 7, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Aug 29, 2022 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 7 (5 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 14 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.
- 3 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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