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🍋 Taylor’s Tayke: Madison Pizza feels like a reliable Midtown comfort food spot with a little bit of everything on the menu. It leans heavily into classic New York pizzeria energy while also offering hearty pasta dishes, sandwiches, rolls, and calzones that are built to fill you up. Some dishes stood out more than others, but overall it’s the kind of place you hit when you want something satisfying in the area. 🍋 My Taysty Tayke: Get Down & Dirty, Expeditiously: Chicken Roll Soft, tender, com
Evidence of rats was found on site.
Evidence of mice was found on site.
Hot food was held below 140°F, cool enough for bacteria to grow.
Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.
Satisfying Neapolitan Italian fare plus brick-oven pizza brings crowds to this neighborhood hangout.
What to order: Vermicelli Alle Vongole · Lasagna Bolognese · Halibut (Ippoglosso Con Limone E Capperi)I have been a regular here for more than 14 years, and it is truly an amazing place! The food is consistently tasty, and the wine list is very reasonably priced. We always order the vongole; in our opinion, no other restaurant can top theirs
Flies were present in the space.
Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.
Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.
Trendy establishment serving Puerto Rican pastries and drinks, plus rum-infused coffees.
What to order: Coquito WOW Latte · Tres Leches WOW Latte · Dulce de Leche Latte · Supremo LatteI absolutely love the dulce de leche, it’s so good! We also loved the pastry filled with cream cheese. Everything was delicious and definitely super recommended! The only downside was that the music was too loud for a coffee shop!!!
No food thermometer available to check cooking and holding temperatures.
Food came from an unapproved or unknown source.
Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
Great value and excellent food! My wife is Vietnamese, and she really enjoyed everything we ordered, which says a lot. The pho portions were huge, with tender meat, a flavorful slightly sweet broth, and noodles with a great chewy texture. The service was outstanding. We came with our family and small children, and the staff was incredibly accommodating. They brought extra bowls and plates for the kids and even cut up the pork chops for them, which was a thoughtful touch. They also have an amaz
Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.
Cooked food wasn't cooled down fast enough to be safe.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
The required wash-your-hands sign wasn't posted.
Single-use items were reused or left unprotected.
Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.
Longtime, circa-1973 Williamsburg neighborhood favorite serving diner fare 24 hours a day.
What to order: Ricotta Pancakes · Braised Short Rib Hash · Chilaquiles Verdes · Flat NachosWe walked past this place one night and decided to go for breakfast in the morning and we are so glad we did! The chilaquiles and the lox bagel were delicious. I recommend the hashbrowns as well. We went on Sunday morning around 10 and Waited for 25 mins for a table.
Flies were present in the space.
Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.
Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.
Evidence of mice was found on site.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
Pesticides were used or stored improperly, or applied by someone unlicensed.
Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.
What to order: Supremo Latte · Coquito WOW Latte · Dulce de Leche WOW LatteSuch a nice coffee shop with lovely staff, great service, and delicious drinks and pastries! Selam was especially the kindest and the most helpful to my friend and I this evening! I highly recommend coming here if you’re around the area. It’s such a cozy atmosphere and the coffee has been the highlight of my day. The Dulce de Leche is the best! I would consider coming back here at some point to get my work done!
Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
Modest, casual resource for Thai favorites like curries, minced-meat salads & noodle stir-fries.
What to order: Pad See Ew · Basil Over Rice · Green Curry · Massaman CurryFood was a 10/10. For a first timer here, it was amazing. The atmosphere was very welcoming and the food was divine. The staff were great as well! Made me enjoy my night. Amazing small restaurant that family and friends can enjoy! Great recommendation for anyone who wants nice eat.
Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.
No food thermometer available to check cooking and holding temperatures.
Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.
Hot food was held below 140°F, cool enough for bacteria to grow.
What to order: Hibachi Triple · Hibachi Chicken & Shrimp · Hibachi Salmon & Scallops · Fried RiceWe had a great experience with Chef power tonight celebrating my daughter’s birthday! He was so fun and entertaining, everyone loved him. Highly recommend hibachi omikase and request chef power!
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
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