JUN 30
2026
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — NEW YORK CITY DOHMH
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MEE SUM CAFE.
26 PELL STREET · MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY
Not yet rated · 10 inspections on record
Only 10 inspections on record. We need more visits before issuing a verdict.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
10
2 passed · 8 w/ conditions
VIOLATIONS
49
includes 29 critical
RECORDS COVER
2 YEARS
since Dec 2023
INSPECTION HISTORY
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condi
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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 under
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 dur
AUG 82025PASS W/ CONDITIONS4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 8
2025
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
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 under
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condi
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 liq
APR 12025PASS W/ CONDITIONS11 violations7 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 1
2025
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
11 violations7 CRITICALDETAILS
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 liq
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condi
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 under
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 dur
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
JAN 132025PASS W/ CONDITIONS1 violationDETAILS
JAN 13
2025
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
1 violationDETAILS
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
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DEC 182024PASS W/ CONDITIONS11 violations7 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 18
2024
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
11 violations7 CRITICALDETAILS
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 dur
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
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 under
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condi
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 liq
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh fl
OCT 12024PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 1
2024
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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 dur
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh fl
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
APR 12024PASS W/ CONDITIONS6 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 1
2024
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispen
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
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 dur
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
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 under
DEC 132023PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 13
2023
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condi
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 dur
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 under
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Data sourced from NYC Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene · Official record →