A TASTE OF SEAFOOD in Harlem (South)
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Mar 13, 2025
📍 2 WEST 125 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10027 ·
🍽️ Seafood
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🚇 125th Street-Lenox
Overview
A Taste of Seafood in Harlem has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times since 2023. The restaurant currently holds a Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 10 points on its most recent inspection. Across 7 inspections between 2023 and 2025, the restaurant has received 2 Grade A results and 1 Grade C result.
7
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Closures
2
Grade A Inspections
A TASTE OF SEAFOOD in Harlem (South): Emergency Closures (2)
A TASTE OF SEAFOOD in Harlem (South): Full Inspection History (7 records)
GRADE A
Mar 13, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 10
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.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Dec 17, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 11
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
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 undern...
🚫 CLOSURE
Dec 10, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
Score: 48
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.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive ...
🚫 CLOSURE
Dec 10, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
Score: 48
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.
Violations:
10B
GRADE C
Nov 12, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 48
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
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 d...
Jul 25, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding...
GRADE A
Feb 16, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 9
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessib...
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A TASTE OF SEAFOOD in Harlem (South): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was A TASTE OF SEAFOOD last inspected?
- A TASTE OF SEAFOOD was last inspected on March 13, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 10 points.
- What is A TASTE OF SEAFOOD's current health grade?
- A TASTE OF SEAFOOD currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many times has A TASTE OF SEAFOOD been closed by NYC Health?
- A TASTE OF SEAFOOD has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has A TASTE OF SEAFOOD had?
- A TASTE OF SEAFOOD has 7 health inspections on record from February 2023 through March 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at A TASTE OF SEAFOOD?
- The worst inspection score recorded at A TASTE OF SEAFOOD was 48 points on December 10, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.