Before you dine, check the sign.

EMPANADAS MONUMENTAL

1573 SAINT NICHOLAS AVENUE Manhattan NY 10040

Health Inspection Grade A

Score: 13

Official health department data. Inspected 2025-04-22; refreshed 2026-10-11. May lag the official record. Check the official source

3 findings at the latest imported inspection (2025-04-22), including 1 critical violations. These dated findings do not mean the establishment failed overall or that issues remain unresolved.

Inspection history and recorded findings

2025-04-22: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

Grade A. Score: 13. Violations were cited in the following area(s).

  • Critical: 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.
  • Not Critical: 10A — Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
  • Not Critical: 10G — Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

Inspection results are separate from diner opinions. Favorable overall ratings do not negate individual findings.

Diner reviews