PURPLE WAVES in Harlem (South)
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Feb 6, 2026
📍 285 WEST 110 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10026 ·
🍽️ American
Overview
Purple Waves in Harlem holds a Grade Z from NYC DOHMH, scoring 37 points on its most recent inspection. Across 7 inspections between 2024 and 2026, the restaurant has received one Grade A result, with no emergency closures on record.
7
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
PURPLE WAVES in Harlem (South): Full Inspection History (7 records)
GRADE Z
Feb 6, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 37
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Violations:
10G
Dec 23, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 24
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...
Dec 23, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 24
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...
Nov 24, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 24
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 A
Apr 16, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 5
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Violations:
06D
Mar 18, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 34
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible con...
Feb 6, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 20
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) food not cooked to required mini...
PURPLE WAVES in Harlem (South): News Coverage (1)
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PURPLE WAVES in Harlem (South): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was PURPLE WAVES last inspected?
- PURPLE WAVES was last inspected on February 6, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 37 points.
- What is PURPLE WAVES's current health grade?
- PURPLE WAVES currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many health inspections has PURPLE WAVES had?
- PURPLE WAVES has 7 health inspections on record from February 2024 through February 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at PURPLE WAVES?
- The worst inspection score recorded at PURPLE WAVES was 37 points on February 6, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has PURPLE WAVES ever received a Grade C?
- No. PURPLE WAVES has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.