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Gallego Seafood

1270 Saint Nicholas Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10033

Latin American Washington Heights South (917) 679-2875

Grade A · as of Mar 9, 2026

Gallego Seafood was last inspected on March 9, 2026 and scored 12 points (A range). Inspectors found 2 violations, 2 of them critical.

Latest inspection

March 9, 2026 · Pre-permit (Operational) · Initial Inspection

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Score: 12 points (A range)

2 critical
  • CriticalFood temperature

    Hot food was being held below 140°F, where bacteria can grow.

    Official wording (code 02B)

    Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

    Workers’ personal hygiene was inadequate (dirty clothing, no hair restraint, jewelry).

    Official wording (code 06A)

    Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

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Source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 8 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.