More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Empire Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jun 11, 2026. The result listed by New York State Department of Health was “Non-critical violations only”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
7 inspections on record, from Dec 1, 2023 to Jun 11, 2026.
Has Empire Restaurant ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 1, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
7 inspections
Inspection
Jun 11, 2026
Non-critical violations only
1 recorded violation
minorCode 12EHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Official record from New York State Department of Health, Jun 11, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 18, 2025
No violations found
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from New York State Department of Health, Nov 18, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
May 13, 2025
Non-critical violations only
1 recorded violation
minorCode 15AFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from New York State Department of Health, May 13, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 21, 2025
No violations found
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from New York State Department of Health, Jan 21, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 2, 2024
Non-critical violations only
1 recorded violation
minorCode 8AContamination
Official Wording
Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.