HILLTOP PERK in Washington Heights (South)
⚠️ This facility has been closed 4 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Aug 20, 2025
📍 83 HAVEN AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10032 ·
🍽️ American
Overview
Hilltop Perk in Washington Heights has been closed by NYC DOHMH inspectors 4 times since entering the inspection database, most recently receiving a Grade A with a score of 11 in 2025. The restaurant has 7 inspections on record, with 1 prior Grade A and 1 Grade C result, indicating inconsistent compliance with health department standards.
7
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
4
Closures
1
Grade A Inspection
HILLTOP PERK in Washington Heights (South): Emergency Closures (4)
HILLTOP PERK in Washington Heights (South): Full Inspection History (7 records)
GRADE A
Aug 20, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 11
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.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable mate...
GRADE C
Jun 9, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 3
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.
Violations:
10F
🚫 CLOSURE
Jun 6, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 23
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.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish hel...
🚫 CLOSURE
Jun 6, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 23
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Violations:
04K
🚫 CLOSURE
Jun 3, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 60
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s re...
🚫 CLOSURE
Jun 3, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 60
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Violations:
02B
Apr 24, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 32
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.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tablew...
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HILLTOP PERK in Washington Heights (South): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was HILLTOP PERK last inspected?
- HILLTOP PERK was last inspected on August 20, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 11 points.
- What is HILLTOP PERK's current health grade?
- HILLTOP PERK currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many times has HILLTOP PERK been closed by NYC Health?
- HILLTOP PERK has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 4 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has HILLTOP PERK had?
- HILLTOP PERK has 7 health inspections on record from April 2025 through August 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at HILLTOP PERK?
- The worst inspection score recorded at HILLTOP PERK was 60 points on June 3, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.