The Malt House in Greenwich Village Fails Health Inspection

THE MALT HOUSE restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - An inspection on 08/09/2025 at the Malt House uncovered significant health code violations.

Situated at 206 Thompson Street Manhattan Ny in Greenwich Village, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.

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According to inspection records: "10e. Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment (critical: not critical). 06c. Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potent." This type of violation requires correction to maintain food safety standards.

Among the findings were infractions involving temperature control, a key component of food safety protocols.

Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive temperature control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Maintaining proper food temperatures is the most effective method for preventing bacterial growth and foodborne illness. The USDA Safe Temperature Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.

Health department officials noted violations related to pest control, which require attention for public health compliance.

Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. The FDA Food Code Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.

The inspection found infractions involving sanitation, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.

Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. Per Food Safety Modernization Act, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.

The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.

Under current regulations, the Malt House faces additional penalties if violations are not promptly corrected. The health department maintains detailed records of all inspection results for public transparency.

These findings underscore the essential nature of comprehensive health compliance in restaurant operations. Community members should feel empowered to examine health department findings when choosing restaurants.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

PHONE 2122287701
BBL 1005370037
Latitude 40.728787588835
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
BORO Manhattan
NTA MN23
Census Tract 006500
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Council District 01
ZIPCODE 10012
Longitude -73.999350555867
CUISINE DESCRIPTION American
STREET THOMPSON STREET
CAMIS 40373912
INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
GRADE A
GRADE DATE 08/09/2025
DBA THE MALT HOUSE
BUILDING 206
BIN 1077847
INSPECTION DATE 08/09/2025
Community Board 102
SCORE 9
VIOLATION CODES 10E; 06C; 10F
ALL VIOLATIONS 10E: Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated; cold storage or hot holding equipment || 06C: Food; supplies; or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage; preparation; transportation; display; service or from customer’s refillable; reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. || 10F: 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on August 9, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: 10E: Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment | 06C: Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. | 10F: 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..

Why are these violations concerning?

Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.

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📋 Data Sources & Health Guidelines

Inspection Data Source

All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .

Federal Health Guidelines

Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:

Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.