RENAISSANCE TIMES SQUARE, MANAGED BY MERRITT HOSPITALITY LLC

GRADE A

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Overview

RENAISSANCE TIMES SQUARE, MANAGED BY MERRITT HOSPITALITY LLC in Midtown Times Square received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on February 5, 2026, scoring 11 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
714 7 AVENUE
Manhattan, NY 10036
Cuisine
American
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
5 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 10B

Plumbing Not Properly Installed or Maintained

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.

⚠️ Why This Matters

WATER CONTAMINATION: Backflow can siphon sewage into water supply, contaminating entire facility. Cross-connections spread pathogens throughout plumbing. Sewage backups create immediate health hazard. Can affect hundreds through contaminated water.

📋 Code Requirements

Install backflow preventers on ALL required fixtures. Maintain air gaps (2x pipe diameter minimum). Fix all leaks immediately. Ensure proper drainage - no standing water. Regular plumbing inspection. No direct connections between sewage and water supply.

CDC Risk Factor: Environmental Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.23
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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RENAISSANCE TIMES SQUARE, MANAGED BY MERRITT HOSPITALITY LLC — Inspection Questions

Did RENAISSANCE TIMES SQUARE, MANAGED BY MERRITT HOSPITALITY LLC pass their NYC health inspection on February 5, 2026?
RENAISSANCE TIMES SQUARE, MANAGED BY MERRITT HOSPITALITY LLC passed with an A grade on February 5, 2026 with a score of 11 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did RENAISSANCE TIMES SQUARE, MANAGED BY MERRITT HOSPITALITY LLC have?
RENAISSANCE TIMES SQUARE, MANAGED BY MERRITT HOSPITALITY LLC 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 10B mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10B (Plumbing Not Properly Installed or Maintained) is a major violation. Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided. Sewage disposal system in disrepair. WATER CONTAMINATION: Backflow can siphon sewage into water supply, contaminating entire facility. Cross-connections spread pathogens throughout plumbing. Sewage backups create immediate health hazard. Can affect hundreds through contaminated water.