ELI'S ESSENTIALS
GRADE ZTuesday, March 17, 2026
ELI'S ESSENTIALS in Upper East Side Carnegie Hill underwent a NYC health inspection on March 17, 2026 and scored 21 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.
Violations Cited
08A
Facility Not Free from Harborage Conditions
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
PEST ATTRACTION: Harborage conditions support pest infestations. Gaps allow entry of rodents carrying 35+ diseases. Standing water breeds flies that spread 100+ pathogens. Clutter provides nesting for pests. Creates ongoing contamination risk.
Eliminate ALL harborage conditions: Seal cracks/holes (1/4 inch for mice, 1/2 inch for rats), Fix leaking pipes, Remove clutter/unused equipment, Eliminate standing water, Clean grease accumulation, Maintain 6 inches clearance from walls, Remove cardboard storage.
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
ELI'S ESSENTIALS — Inspection Questions
- Did ELI'S ESSENTIALS pass their NYC health inspection on March 17, 2026?
- ELI'S ESSENTIALS underwent inspection on March 17, 2026 with a score of 21 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
- What critical violations did ELI'S ESSENTIALS have?
- ELI'S ESSENTIALS had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
- What does violation code 08A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
- NYC violation 08A (Facility Not Free from Harborage Conditions) is a major violation. Conditions exist that attract or allow pests to harbor in establishment. PEST ATTRACTION: Harborage conditions support pest infestations. Gaps allow entry of rodents carrying 35+ diseases. Standing water breeds flies that spread 100+ pathogens. Clutter provides nesting for pests. Creates ongoing contamination risk.